Glazed Bacon Smokies in the Crock-Pot : Cooking With Bacon

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork belly can be more economical.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is often cheaper.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower in calories, while honey is often less expensive.

Cook bacon in the oven for about 17 to 20 minutes at 400°F, lining the bacon with aluminum foil to drain grease easily.

In a non-stick skillet, turn the burner to medium-high and add 1/3 cup of bacon grease.

Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 medium diced onion to the skillet and sauté until the onions become translucent.

Add 1/4 cup of cider vinegar to the skillet, followed by 1/4 cup of dark brown sugar and 6 oz of brewed coffee.

Use a hand blender to puree the mixture until evenly mixed.

Add the mixture to the Crock-Pot and set it to high.

Add 1/4 cup of grape jelly and 1/3 cup of barbecue sauce to the Crock-Pot and mix well.

Let it cook for an additional 3 hours.

Cooking Techniques

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