Microwave Bacon Brittle
Description
Bacon brittle with pecans is a tasty treat for lovers of the candy, but also makes a great food gift if you can keep from eating it.
Ingredients
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1/2 pound bacon
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1 cup white sugar
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1/2 cup light corn syrup
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1 pinch salt
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
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1 tablespoon bacon grease
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Directions
1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels and reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease. Crumble bacon once drained and slightly cooled.
2
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
Combine sugar, syrup, and salt in a large microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave oven until bubbling, about 4 minutes.
4
Stir bacon, pecans, reserved bacon grease, and vanilla extract through the sugar mixture; heat in microwave oven for 3 minutes more. Immediately add baking soda and stir just until foamy.
5
Working quickly, spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let cool until set, about 15 minutes. Break into bite-size pieces.