Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

 

Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

Ingredients

1 (16-oz) package of little smokies sausages

1 pound thin-sliced bacon, each strip cut into thirds

¾ cup packed brown sugar

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Lightly grease a baking dish or sheet pan with nonstick spray, or line it with foil for easier cleanup. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Pat the little smokies dry to help the bacon crisp. Wrap each sausage with a cut piece of thin bacon and secure it with a toothpick.

Place the brown sugar in a large zip-top bag. Add a handful of the bacon-wrapped sausages and shake gently until coated. Transfer them to the prepared pan and repeat until all sausages are covered.

Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper over the top, if you like a touch of spice.

Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the bacon is golden and caramelized. For extra crispiness, switch the oven to broil and let them brown for an additional 1–2 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!