"There are a lot of "b" words in this recipe, but the most important "b" here is bacon. Chopped right into the batter with a bit of thinly sliced banana, itâ??s a savory-sweet combination thatâ??s hard to beat. And the bourbon syrup adds a little extra intrigue, with just a hint of whisky...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 thick-cut slices maple-smoked bacon, or to taste
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2 tablespoons bourbon
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1 cup maple syrup
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1 1/2 cups flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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2 eggs, lightly beaten
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2 cups buttermilk
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2 tablespoons sugar
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Salted butter, for greasing the pan and for serving
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1/2 cup thinly sliced banana