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Brown Butter, Maple, Bacon and Pecan Popcorn
TOTAL TIME20 mins
SKILL LEVELIntermediate
SERVINGS2
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About this RecipeThis sweet and savory popcorn combines the richness of brown butter, maple syrup, toasted pecans, and crispy Smithfield bacon. A warm, flavorful snack that’s perfect for sharing—or savoring solo.
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Ingredients
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1 pkg. Fully Cooked Hometown Original Bacon Bits
 
8 cups plain popped popcorn
 
8 tbsps. unsalted butter
 
1/4 cup maple syrup
 
1 cup pecan halves, toasted and chopped
 
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
Directions
1.
In small saucepot, melt butter over medium-high heat, swirling constantly until milk solids are dark brown.
2.
Add maple syrup, stirring to combine.
3.
Add pecans, chopped bacon and cayenne pepper, and stir until incorporated.
4.
Place popcorn in medium bowl and pour maple butter mixture over top. Toss to combine.
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