In this recipe, strips of bacon are wrapped around chestnuts, tossed with brown sugar-Cajun seasoning and then baked until crisp to make a quick appetizer.
RecipeSavants.comIn this recipe, strips of bacon are wrapped around chestnuts, tossed with brown sugar-Cajun seasoning and then baked until crisp to make a quick appetizer. Smart Recipes, American Recipes, Pork Recipes, Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts 2 Recipe | RecipeSavants.com RecipesPorkAmericanBacon Wrapped Water ChestnutsPT30MServes 10
Ingredients:
12 Thick Slices Bacon16 Ounces Water Chestnuts0.75 Cup Dark Brown Sugar0.25 Cup Cajun Seasoning50 Round Tooth PicksCut bacon slices into quarters, then each piece in half lengthwise. Keep aside for at least 10 minutes before using.Wrap 1 bacon piece around one water chestnut and with a tooth pick, secure it. Repeat with remaining chestnuts and bacon pieces. In a bowl, place the wrapped chestnuts. In another small bowl, mix together brown sugar and Cajun seasoning.Place the sugar mixture over chestnuts and gently stir to combine. Refrigerate, covered overnight.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a parchment paper.Arrange the wrapped water chestnuts onto prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for about 15 minutes.