Breaded Brunch Bacon

Name: Breaded Brunch Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10 servings.
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 teaspoon prepared mustard; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1-1/2 cups finely crushed reduced-sodium saltines (about 45 crackers); 10 thick-sliced bacon strips, halved widthwise

“This recipe earned a permanent spot in my tried-and-true collection after one bite! Guests can’t resist it.” —Rebecca Novakovich, Dallas, Texas

Ingredients

2 large eggs
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups finely crushed reduced-sodium saltines (about 45 crackers)
10 thick-sliced bacon strips, halved widthwise

Directions

In a shallow dish, whisk the eggs, vinegar, mustard and cayenne. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow dish. Dip bacon in egg mixture, then roll in crumbs.
Arrange in a single layer on two foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes; turn. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

2 pieces : 111 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 296mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.

Originally published as Brunch Bacon in Simple & Delicious June/July 2011

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mreilly615

Jun 22, 2011

I love bacon. I wasn't sure this was going to be good, but it was fantastic!!! I used regular townhouse instead of saltines.