“Pig candy” adds a bit of sweetness to classic bacon. Photo by Courtesy Flickr/SpewKnitter
Need a snack to tide you over while you grill? You may have heard about the decadence known as "pig candy," which is bacon baked with a coating of brown sugar. It only gets better in this addictive variation, glazed with hints of orange peel and coriander from Lazy Magnolia Indian Summer and a bite of spice. Final texture will depend on the quality and fat content of your bacon, but it will continue to crisp as it cools. And if not--no worries. Spiced bacon taffy is pretty good, too.
Beer Candied Bacon
2 ounces Lazy Magnolia Indian Summer Wheat Ale
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pound bacon
Heat oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Combine everything but the bacon in a small bowl, mixing well. The glaze will be a thin syrup. Cook bacon on a rack for 10 minutes, then flip. Cook another 10 minutes, and flip once more. Brush with glaze. Cook an additional 20-30 minutes, brushing frequently, until bacon is deep red and crisp.
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