Tequila and Ancho Flavored Candied Bacon

Ingredients:

• 450 g of bacon
• 1 cup tequila
• 1 teaspoon ground ancho pepper
• 1/4 heaping teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preparation:

1. Soak 1 pound of bacon in 1 cup of tequila and refrigerate for 2-8 hours. Drain the tequila and pat the bacon dry.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). On a large plate, combine 1 cup light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground ancho chili, and 1/4 heaping teaspoon cayenne pepper; spread into an even layer.
3. Roll the bacon strips in the sugar mixture, pressing them in until they adhere. Place the coated bacon on two parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with the remaining sugar mixture.
4. Bake for 15 minutes, flip the bacon, and continue baking until golden and glazed, another 15 to 20 minutes (the bacon will still be pliable). Transfer to a wire rack and let cool; the bacon will be firm but not very crisp.