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Gingerbread Spiced Candied Bacon
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Gingerbread Spiced Candied Bacon
TOTAL TIME25 mins
SKILL LEVELBeginner
SERVINGS8
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About this RecipeThis recipe combines crispy bacon with a blend of gingerbread-inspired spices and a touch of sweetness. It’s a simple way to bring seasonal flavor to breakfast, snacks, or holiday gatherings—no special occasion required.
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Ingredients
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1 package Uncured All Natural Bacon
 
1/2 cup Light brown sugar
 
3 tsps. Gingerbread spice
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2.
Whisk together the brown sugar and gingerbread spice.
3.
Line a baking sheet with foil, and top with a baking rack.
4.
Spread bacon slices out evenly across the rack, working in batches if necessary.
5.
Sprinkle enough of the brown sugar mix on each of the slices of bacon to coat.
6.
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until brown and beginning to crisp.
7.
If the bacon isn’t starting to crisp, continue baking, checking at 5 minute intervals.
8.
When the bacon is ready, transfer to a platter lined with parchment paper, allowing to cool completely.
9.
Serve to Santa!
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