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Maple Bacon Carrots Recipe

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Delicious Maple Bacon Carrots feature tender carrots wrapped in crispy bacon and drizzled with sweet maple syrup. This oven-baked side dish combines savory and sweet flavors, making it a perfect accompaniment for any meal or a delightful appetizer.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 pounds carrots, peeled and less than ½ inch thick

Meat

  • 1 pound thin-sliced bacon

Other

  • ¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the carrots wrapped in bacon.
  2. Wrap Bacon Around Carrots: Take one slice of thin-sliced bacon and tightly wrap it around each individual carrot, starting at the thicker end. Be sure to avoid overlapping the bacon layers to ensure even cooking.
  3. Arrange Carrots on Rack: Place the bacon-wrapped carrots on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. This setup allows air to circulate during baking for crispier bacon.
  4. Bake Initial Stage: Bake the carrots in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the bacon becomes crispy and the carrots turn tender.
  5. Glaze with Maple Syrup: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, then evenly glaze all sides of the bacon-wrapped carrots with the maple syrup.
  6. Final Bake: Return the glazed carrots to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, allowing the maple syrup to caramelize and enhance the flavor.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm as a savory-sweet side dish or appetizer.

Notes

  • Use carrots that are thin and uniform in size for even cooking and easier bacon wrapping.
  • Adjust the baking time if your carrots are thicker or thinner to avoid undercooking or burning.
  • Use a wire rack on the baking sheet to allow the bacon to crisp evenly on all sides.
  • Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or a maple syrup alternative if preferred.
  • For a smokier flavor, consider adding a sprinkling of smoked paprika before baking.

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