Need a snack to tide you over while you grill? You may have heard about the decadence known as “pig candy,” which is bacon baked with a coating of brown sugar. It only gets better in this addictive variation, glazed with hints of orange peel and coriander from Lazy Magnolia Indian Summer and a bite of spice. Final texture will depend on the quality and fat content of your bacon, but it will continue to crisp as it cools. And if not–no worries. Spiced bacon taffy is pretty good, too.
Beer Candied Bacon
2 ounces Lazy Magnolia Indian Summer Wheat Ale
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pound bacon
Heat oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Combine everything but the bacon in a small bowl, mixing well. The glaze will be a thin syrup. Cook bacon on a rack for 10 minutes, then flip. Cook another 10 minutes, and flip once more. Brush with glaze. Cook an additional 20-30 minutes, brushing frequently, until bacon is deep red and crisp.