Roasted Bacon with Pumpkin and Sage
Prep
15 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite fall recipes because it transforms humble bacon into something truly special with just a handful of pantry staples. The pumpkin purée brings natural sweetness and fiber while the crispy bacon provides that irresistible savory contrast everyone craves. What I love most is how simple it is, ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup, and the ingredients won't break the bank. The maple syrup and fresh sage create this gorgeous autumnal glaze that makes your kitchen smell absolutely incredible. Trust me, this one's a keeper.
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Ingredients
- 12bacon strips(about 3/4 pound)
- 237 mlpumpkin purée(unsweetened)
- 3 tablespoonsmaple syrup
- 8fresh sage leaves(finely chopped)
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 tablespoonapple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoonground black pepper
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonpaprika(smoked)
- 1 tablespoonhoney
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Tip: Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup much faster.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, maple syrup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, sage, honey, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth and well combined.
Tip: Mix the glaze thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- 3
Arrange bacon strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, slightly overlapping if needed.
Tip: Don't crowd the pan too much to allow the bacon to crisp properly.
- 4
Brush the pumpkin glaze generously over each bacon strip, coating both sides evenly.
Tip: Use a pastry brush for even coverage of the glaze.
- 5
Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the glaze has caramelized and darkened slightly.
Tip: Check the bacon halfway through cooking time to ensure even browning.
- 6
Remove from the oven and transfer the roasted bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool slightly and drain excess fat.
Tip: The bacon will crisp up more as it cools.
- 7
Serve warm as a sophisticated side dish, appetizer, or crumbled over salads and roasted vegetables.
Tip: For best flavor and texture, serve within 10 minutes of removing from the oven.
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