Description

These Valentine Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts deliver irresistible flavor and crunch! With crispy bacon, a sweet glaze, and quick prep, they are ideal for gatherings and special occasions.

Ingredients

Whole water chestnuts (1 can, approx. 225 g)
Center cut bacon (1 package, approx. 340 g)
Ketchup (240 ml)
Brown sugar (200 g, packed)
Worcestershire sauce (15 ml)
Toothpicks

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
Drain and pat dry water chestnuts.
Cut bacon into thirds and wrap each water chestnut tightly, securing with a toothpick.
Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes until the bacon begins to crisp.
In a saucepan, mix ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce over medium heat until thick.
Drizzle the sauce over the wrapped water chestnuts and bake for an additional 25 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
Serve warm with toothpicks.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
These wraps can be frozen for up to 3 months; reheat in the oven to regain crispiness.
Consider adding crushed garlic or chili flakes to enhance the sauce flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 pieces
Calories: 350
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 25mg