Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
Description
This recipe wraps whole water chestnuts in halved strips of bacon, which are then secured with toothpicks. The water chestnuts provide a distinctive crunch that contrasts with the smoky, rich bacon. First, the wrapped chestnuts are baked partially, allowing the bacon to begin cooking, then they are coated with a brown sugar, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce glaze and baked further to develop a deeply caramelized, crispy exterior. The glaze adds sweet and savory notes that complement the bacon's saltiness and the chestnuts' mildness.
The final dish offers crunchy, sweet, and smoky bites perfect for serving as hors d'oeuvres at gatherings or as a flavorful snack. The combination of textures and flavors makes these bacon wrapped treats a distinctive appetizer that balances savory and sweet elements effectively.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups ketchup
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 pound Bacon , cut in half
- 2 cans water chestnuts 8 ounces each, whole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Whisk together the brown sugar, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce.
- Wrap the water chestnut with bacon and spear with a toothpick then place in baking dish.
- Bake the water chestnut wraps for 15 minutes.
- Drain the bacon grease from the pan then top the bites with the sauce.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until browned and crispy.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 18servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 433mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 146IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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