Easy and Delicious Candied BACON

Ingredients

• 1 pound Thick‑Cut Bacon (Swift brand or any thick‑cut bacon; keep slices whole)
• 1/4 cup Brown Sugar (Lightly packed)
• 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust to taste for heat)

Instructions

1. Make the Sweet‑Spicy Coating

   In a mixing bowl combine the brown sugar and crushed red pepper flakes; stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT2M

2. Prepare the Bacon

   Pull the bacon out of its packaging, separate the slices, and lay them flat on a clean surface.

   Time: PT3M

3. Coat the Bacon

   Press each bacon slice into the sugar‑pepper mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Let any excess fall back into the bowl.

   Time: PT5M

4. Arrange on Wire Rack

   Place the coated bacon strips on a wire rack set over a tray to catch drips. Ensure pieces do not overlap.

   Time: PT2M

5. Preheat Grill for Indirect Cooking

   Set up the Big Green Egg (or any grill) for indirect heat and preheat to 350°F.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

6. Cook the Bacon

   Place the wire rack with bacon inside the grill. Cook for 20–25 minutes, watching for the brown sugar to melt and turn a deep amber caramel. Rotate the rack halfway through for even cooking.

   Time: PT22M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Rest and Serve

   Remove the bacon from the grill, transfer to a plate, and let rest for 5 minutes. The coating will set as it cools.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

130

Protein

8g

Carbohydrates

6g

Fat

9g

Fiber

0g