Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of bacon
- 12 ounces of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
- 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the bacon strips on it.
- Bake the bacon for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy.
- Remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Crumble the bacon into small pieces and mix it with the melted chocolate.
- Pour the mixture onto the lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans and sea salt on top of the chocolate-covered bacon.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened.
- Once the chocolate has hardened, break the bark into small pieces and serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Cooling time: 30 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 12 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 7g
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 280mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use dark chocolate or milk chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate chips.
- You can use any type of nuts instead of pecans.
Variations:
- You can add dried fruit, such as cranberries or raisins, to the bark.
- You can sprinkle additional sea salt on top of the bark for a saltier flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the bacon is crispy before mixing it with the chocolate.
- Use a spatula to spread the chocolate mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
- Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Storage instructions:
- Store the bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Reheating instructions:
- The bark does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the bark on a platter with a variety of other chocolate desserts.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the bark with additional chopped pecans or sea salt.
Pairings:
- Serve the bark with a glass of red wine or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- The bark is a dessert and does not require a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chocolate mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the bacon is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Chocolate-covered bacon has become a popular snack in recent years, with many restaurants and food trucks offering it as a menu item.
Flavor profiles:
- The bark has a sweet and salty flavor profile, with the richness of the chocolate and the saltiness of the bacon.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the bark as a dessert or as a snack at a party.
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