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Saucy Bacon Roll Ups Recipe

Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6

Description:
These Saucy Bacon Roll Ups are perfect for any buffet or appetizer party. They’re quick to make and disappear even faster! A tip from the chef: frying the bacon before wrapping it around the water chestnuts reduces the greasiness, ensuring a more enjoyable experience. Don’t hesitate to double the recipe, as these tasty treats are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound bacon
  • 1 can water chestnuts
  • 1/4 cup chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 553
  • Fat Content: 37.4g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 11.8g
  • Cholesterol Content: 54mg
  • Sodium Content: 869.3mg
  • Carbohydrate Content: 44.6g
  • Fiber Content: 3.4g
  • Sugar Content: 23.9g
  • Protein Content: 10.4g

Keywords: Pork, Meat, Potluck, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Prepare Bacon: Separate the bacon slices and cut each slice into thirds.

  3. Wrap Bacon: Take each cut slice of bacon and wrap it around a water chestnut. Secure the bacon with a toothpick to hold it in place.

  4. Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the bacon-wrapped water chestnuts in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.

  5. Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the chili sauce, mayonnaise, and brown sugar until well combined.

  6. Pour Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the bacon roll ups in the baking dish, ensuring each one is generously coated.

  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sauce is caramelized.

  8. Serve: Once baked, remove the toothpicks from the bacon roll ups and transfer them to a serving platter. Serve hot and enjoy the savory goodness!

Chef’s Tips:

  • For a less greasy result, try frying the bacon briefly before wrapping it around the water chestnuts.
  • These roll ups can be prepared ahead of time and baked when needed, making them a convenient option for entertaining.
  • Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spiciness of the sauce to suit your taste preferences.

With these Saucy Bacon Roll Ups, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the irresistible combination of crispy bacon, tender water chestnuts, and flavorful sauce!

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