2012_01_14-GlazedBacon.jpgIf there was ever such a thing as legal crack, I think brown sugar-glazed bacon would be it. Not that I have much of a reference point, but I could.not.stop shoveling these sweet, savory strips of heaven into my mouth. Truth be told, I had to hide it from myself, which left me thinking about it, dreaming about it, until I had some more.

There's not much else to say about this recipe, except that if you need a new party trick, brown sugar-glazed bacon is it. Whether you are serving a casual brunch or just serving cocktails, it is guaranteed to WOW. As for me, I'm not really feeling like sharing, so I'm going to take my stash and hide. Now go away...

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Brown Sugar-Glazed Bacon

Serves 4-6

1 pound thick-cut bacon (I prefer applewood smoked)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange the bacon slices on a large sheet pan.

In a small saucepan, heat the brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce over medium-low heat until a thick glaze forms. Reduce heat to low and keep warm.

Cook the bacon for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and pour off the excess fat into a separate bowl. Brush each slice with a generous amount of the brown sugar mixture. Return bacon to the oven and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until crisp and browned. (Watch carefully, it can burn quickly.)

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(Images: Nealey Dozier)