====== Polynesian Pineapple Bacon Bites ====== ---- ===== Ingredients: ===== * 1 lb. bacon, each slice cut in half * 2 cups large fresh pineapple chunks * 1/2 cup brown sugar * 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper * 1/2 tsp salt * 1 tsp black pepper ===== Directions: ===== - Preheat oven to 375 °F and line baking sheet with aluminum foil. - Soak toothpicks in water to prevent burning. - In a bowl, combine brown sugar, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix well. - Coat each bacon slice with seasoning mixture. - Wrap each bacon piece around a pineapple chunk and secure with a toothpick. - Bake 30-35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until bacon is nicely browned. - Serve immediately.