spicy brunch bacon

(1 rating)
Recipe by
David Reeves
Collierville, TN

This excellent recipe comes from SQUARE TABLE - A Collection of Recipes from Oxford, Mississippi -p. 161. It takes some prep time, but it will be worth it for your next brunch. The delicious flavors come through whether the bacon is hot or cold, so it makes a great morning snack when tailgating in The Grove at Ole Miss!

(1 rating)
yield 8 - 10
prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min

Ingredients For spicy brunch bacon

  • 3
    eggs
  • 2 Tbsp
    dry mustard
  • 1 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    tarragon vinegar
  • 1 1/2 c
    crushed buttery crackers (ritz)
  • 1 1/2 - 2 lb
    thick sliced bacon

How To Make spicy brunch bacon

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl beat eggs and add dry mustard, cayenne and vinegar.
  • 2
    In a flat pan, place cracker crumbs.
  • 3
    One at a time dip bacon strips in egg mixture, then dredge both sides in cracker crumbs.
  • 4
    Place bacon strips onto ungreased foil-lined cookie sheets and bake 30 - 40 minutes. Bacon will remain flat when cooked.
  • 5
    Drain bacon on paper towels and cut strips into thirds for bite-sized pieces.
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