From Katie Lee Joel's THE COMFORT TABLE. Fact: Bacon makes everything taste better. And this recipe actually makes bacon taste even better. The sugar caramelizes on the bacon and the mustard adds just a little kick. Serve it for breakfast, or after cooking break
it into l-inch pieces for a cocktail-party snack.

1 pound applewood-smoked bacon
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Preheat the oven to 4000 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Place a wire cooling rack on top.

In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar and mustard. Add the bacon and toss to coat. Layout the bacon slices flat on the rack. Brush with any remaining sugar. Roast the bacon for 25 to 30 minutes. Let drain on the rack for a few minutes before serving. Serve whole or cut into 1-inch pieces.

YIELD: 4 TO 6 SERVINGS
PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 25 MINUTES