If you're looking for a savory and sweet snack that's easy to make, bacon wrapped dried apricots are the perfect choice. This delightful appetizer combines the salty, smoky flavor of bacon with the chewy sweetness of dried apricots. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious treat that's sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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BACON-WRAPPED APRICOT BITES
I love bacon-wrapped recipes, and these sweet-smoky snacks are easy to make and fun to eat, so be prepared with an extra batch. For a change, sprinkle them with a bit of blue cheese or toasted almonds. -Tammie Floyd, Plano, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 2 dozen (2/3 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut bacon strips widthwise into thirds. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. , Wrap a bacon piece around each apricot; secure with a toothpick. Place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake at 350° until bacon is crisp, 18-22 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, honey and mustard. Serve with warm apricot bites.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SIZZLING BACON-WRAPPED APRICOTS
I've never seen Tyler Florence bomb!! Posted this recipe for safe keeping....on the list for Holiday entertaining!! UPDATE!! These little guys are fabulous...delicious....WOW. Everyone looked at me kinda strange....tasted one....next thing I know...platter was empty!!
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Boil cranberry juice in med saucepan over high heat until reduced to 1 cup.
- Whisk in cornstarch, brown sugar, mustard and nutmeg.
- Bring to a boil over med heat and boil 1 minute until thickened.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of the glaze.
- Meanwhile line rimmed baking sheet with foil; set wire rack over foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Wrap bacon halves around apricots and secure with wooden pick.
- Brush with glaze and place on wire rack.
- Broil 3 to 7 minutes, or until bacon is browned, turning once.
- Serve warm with reserved glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5.8, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 11.8, Protein 0.5
SHREDDED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND BACON
Great side dish for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Provided by Taddo1965
Categories Brussels Sprouts Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Brussels sprouts to the hot oil, cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Add apricots and saute until sprouts are cooked but still firm and bright green, about 5 more minutes. Stir in bacon just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 407.1 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
SIZZLING BACON-WRAPPED APRICOTS WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE
Dried apricots are wrapped in maple bacon, then broiled until crisp with a sweet, savory cranberry glaze.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Time 20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil cranberry juice blend in medium saucepan over high heat until reduced to 1 cup. Whisk in cornstarch, brown sugar, mustard and nutmeg. Bring to a boil over medium heat and boil 1 minute until thickened. Cool to room temperature. Reserve 1/2 cup of the glaze.
- Meanwhile, line rimmed baking sheet with foil; set wire rack over foil and spray with cooking spray. Wrap bacon halves around apricots and secure with wooden pick. Brush with glaze and place on wire rack.
- Broil 3 to 7 minutes, or until bacon in browned, turning once. Serve warm with reserved glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 108.8 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
BACON-WRAPPED ROAST PORK LOIN STUFFED WITH DRIED FRUIT
This impressive dish sounds far more complicated than it is. The oven does most of the work. Don't forget the sauce: the tang of the Dijon cream sauce is a welcome counter to the sweetness of the brandied fruit. Add a green salad (maybe some red potatoes?) and you have the perfect Sunday supper.
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, project, main course
Time 2h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, warm, but do not boil, the brandy. Place the fruit in a small bowl, cover with the brandy and soak for 20 minutes. Drain, reserving the brandy, and coarsely chop the fruit. Return the fruit to the bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon of the sage and 1/2 teaspoon of the thyme and season it lightly with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Place the pork on a work surface. Using a long, round metal or wooden skewer about 3/4-inch thick, pierce a channel through the center of the loin. Stuff the fruit into the channel, using the skewer to pack it in. Season the loin lightly with salt and pepper and drape the bacon slices over it.
- Use butcher's twine to tie the roast. Place the roast in a roasting pan fitted with a rack and roast for 15 minutes. Lower the heat to 350 degrees and continue to roast until the pork is cooked but, when poked with a knife, the juices at the center still run slightly pink, about 1 hour more. Transfer the roast to a serving platter and allow to rest, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, remove the rack and place the roasting pan on top of the stove over medium heat. Add the shallots to the pan juices and cook, stirring, until they are softened, about 3 minutes. Add the reserved brandy and the wine and simmer until reduced by half. Whisk in the cream and mustard and continue to simmer until slightly thickened.
- To serve, remove the twine from the roast, slice and serve with the cream sauce.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 370 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BACON-APRICOT APPETIZERS
Make and share this Bacon-Apricot Appetizers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 24 Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees farenheit.
- Wrap 1/2 slice of bacon around an apricot half, secure with a toothpick.
- Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is brown & crisp.
- Turn once during baking.
- While the bacon is cooking mix the jam & soy sauce in a saucepan and cook over low heat until the jam has melted and mixed with the soy sauce.
- Remove bacon/apriots from oven and place on paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Serve dipping sauce with the bacon-apricot appetizers.
Tips:
- Choose large, plump dried apricots for a better ratio of bacon to apricot.
- Use a sharp knife to make a deep slit in the apricots, making it easier to wrap the bacon tightly.
- Stretch the bacon slightly before wrapping it around the apricots, ensuring a snug fit.
- Use toothpicks or small skewers to secure the bacon in place, preventing it from unraveling during cooking.
- Cook the bacon-wrapped apricots in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the apricots are tender.
- Drain the bacon-wrapped apricots on paper towels to remove excess grease before serving.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped dried apricots are a delightful combination of sweet, salty, and smoky flavors. They are a perfect appetizer or snack, and they can also be added to salads or main courses for a touch of extra flavor. With their simple preparation and irresistible taste, bacon-wrapped dried apricots are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Get creative and experiment with different types of fillings, such as nuts, cheeses, or spices, to create your own unique variation of this classic recipe.
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