Bacon Chestnuts

21 Reviews

“My Mum always made these tasty and easy to make appetizers on Christmas morning. We would snack on them while opening presents and it would make the wait for the big Christmas dinner much easier. You will need toothpicks for this recipe. ” - by Robyn

Ingredients

1 pound thick cut bacon
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts

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Original recipe yields 2 dozen

Directions

Slice bacon in half; wrap one piece bacon around one chestnut. Skewer with toothpick to hold in place.
Broil in toaster or conventional oven, turning frequently, until the bacon is evenly cooked. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (12 total)

Calories
183 cal
9%

Fat
17.1 g
26%

Carbs
2.5 g
< 1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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GEL751

Jan. 25, 2004

"These are excellent appetizers, but I soak the water chestnuts in a mix of soy sauce and brown sugar, then wrap the bacon around them and bake or broil them. They never last long in my house...." See more"

MAGGIE MCGUIRE

Jan. 25, 2004

"Some people enjoy a sauce made of ketchup, mustard and brown sugar for dipping.Without the sauce, this seemed not as flavorful.Thanks Robyn...." See more"

BRANDI1277

Dec. 24, 2004

"This is much better with the sauce - its called Rumaki. You take 1/4 c soy sauce, 2 tbsp packed brown sugar, 1/8 tsp ground ginger and 1 clove crushed garlic - mix it all together and marinate the wa..." See moreter chestnuts (we also use chicken livers)covered, in the refridgerator for 2 hours. Then drain the marinade and wrap the bacon around the water chestnut and chicken liver - secure with toothpick, and bake 25-30 minutes, until the bacon is crisp. My mom used to make it all the time - they are great! I have also had it with the "BBQ" sauce of ketchup and brown sugar - its good as well, but you really have to start out with this base marinade."

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