Caramelized Bacon

12 slices (12 oz) thick sliced bacon, preferably Apple Wood Smoked, if found
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 Tbsp water
1/2 tsp ground red pepper

Preheat oven to 375�

Line a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan with foil.

Spray wire rack with nonstick cooking spray; place in prepared pan.

Cut bacon in half crosswise; arrange in single layer on prepared wire rack.

Combine sugar, water and red pepper in a small bowl; mix well. Brush generously over surface of bacon.

Bake bacon 20 to 25 minutes or until bacon is very brown, but not burned. Immediately transfer to serving platter; cool completely.

Makes 6 servingsings