This is by far the most requested, best loved appetizer at my parties. Whether it be Christmas or tailgating, these Brown Sugar Bacon Lil Smokies will be a hit and usually the first to go. I've been making them for years and actually got the recipe out of a holiday appetizer magazine. You can pretty much find this one all over the Internet these days though. I'll give you my tips and tricks that I've learned over the years.
What you'll need:
1 package of Bacon *I only use Center Cut
1 package of Lil Smokies {I like all beef when I can get them}
1 cup light brown sugar *fresh
How To:
1. Line a large cookie sheet with foil. {the sugar will burn in the oven and you don't want to ruin your pan}
2. Cut each piece of bacon into three even pieces. *I like using Center Cut and have found this works best. It's leaner and the pieces are more even.
3. Pour the brown sugar into a bowl to dredge each of the wrapped smokies. *I say to use fresh brown sugar because I find it sticks best and is less clumpy than sugar that has already been opened. You can also sprinkle the wrapped smokies with the sugar at the end. I've yet to try this method but will next time. I think it's probably easier since you actually have to press the sugar into the bacon to get it to stick otherwise. Update: I did try this and it's much easier! A lot of sugar falls off though.
4. Next wrap each smokie with bacon. I find if I slightly stretch each piece of bacon around the smokie, it holds better. Some recipes says to secure with a toothpick. I usually do that after baking, before serving. I've never had trouble with the bacon coming off during cooking {except for this year}.
5. Bake at 375 for 20-30 minutes or until the bacon is cooked. {baking times depend on your oven}
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