Pecan Bacon (North Carolina)

Crispy, sweet bacon brightens up any morning. The big flavour punch may just surprise you.

12 strips bacon
¼ cup brown sugar, packed
¼ cup pecans, finely chopped
⅛ tsp. ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp. black pepper, freshly cracked

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C/170°C fan, Gas Mark 5). Line a 15x10x1” baking pan with foil.

Place bacon in a single layer on the prepared baking pan. Bake until lightly browned, 16-18 minutes.

Remove bacon from pan. Discard drippings from pan, wiping clean if necessary.

In a shallow bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Dip both sides of bacon in brown sugar mixture, patting to help coating adhere; return to pan.

Bake 8-10 minutes longer or until caramelized. Remove immediately from pan and serve.

Makes 1 dozen.