Kilted Sausage Wrapped Bacon (Print)
Savory sausage wrapped in bacon with a sweet glaze, cooked to perfection.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb smoked sausage or kielbasa
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8–10 slices bacon, cut in half
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Toothpicks
→ Sweet & Savory Glaze Options
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½ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup honey
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¼ cup maple syrup
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½ teaspoon black pepper or chili flakes (optional)
→ Optional Flavor Boosters
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Dijon mustard
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Garlic powder
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Smoked paprika
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Crushed red pepper flakes
# Directions:
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Slice the smoked sausage or kielbasa into bite-sized pieces about 1½ inches thick. Ensure the pieces are uniform for even cooking.
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Cut each bacon slice in half. Wrap one piece of bacon around each sausage slice, overlapping slightly. Secure with a toothpick to create the signature kilted look.
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Place the wrapped sausage bites seam side down on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. This allows fat to drip away and helps the bacon cook evenly.
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Sprinkle brown sugar generously over each bite or drizzle with honey or maple syrup. Optionally add black pepper or chili flakes for added flavor.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and caramelized.
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Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with toothpicks.