During a discussion about spareribs in the Beginner's Forum, the subject of Pig Candy came up. The following is a summary based on postings by Cy Robinson, Doug D, and Tony Weisse.
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Pig Candy
* 1 lb. thick sliced bacon
* 11 ounces dark brown sugar
Cut bacon slices into quarters and separate pieces. Mix slices with brown sugar until well coated. Place coated bacon into pan and cook in smoker at 225*F for about two hours.
Modifications
* May be baked in the oven instead of in a smoker.
* Doug D mentioned cooking at higher temperatures, for example 350*F for 20 minutes.
* Doug D mentioned adding crushed pecans before cooking.
* Tony Weisse said he likes to add a dash of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar before cooking.
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Pig Candy
* 1 lb. thick sliced bacon
* 11 ounces dark brown sugar
Cut bacon slices into quarters and separate pieces. Mix slices with brown sugar until well coated. Place coated bacon into pan and cook in smoker at 225*F for about two hours.
Modifications
* May be baked in the oven instead of in a smoker.
* Doug D mentioned cooking at higher temperatures, for example 350*F for 20 minutes.
* Doug D mentioned adding crushed pecans before cooking.
* Tony Weisse said he likes to add a dash of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar before cooking.