Black Pepper Candied Bacon Recipe
Oven roasted with brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Prepare the Bacon
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. Lay the bacon strips in a single layer on the rack.
- 3
Mix the Sugar and Spices
In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt until well combined.
- 4
Coat the Bacon
Generously sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the bacon strips, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 5
Bake the Bacon
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- 6
Cool and Serve
Remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool on the rack for a few minutes before serving.
