Crushed Pineapple Bacon Wraps

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   Using a strainer, drain the crushed pineapple and allow it to continue to drain into a bowl for 5 minutes.

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   In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and crushed pineapple.

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   With a fork, mash ingredients until well incorporated.

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   Cut off crust of bread slices, leaving a square shape.

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   Spread cheese mix onto each bread slice and then cut each slice in half.

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   Optional step: Sprinkle a pinch of raw sugar, or brown sugar, over cheese spread for a sweeter spread.

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   Take bacon strips and cut each in half.

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   Roll or fold bread slices and place each on a slice of bacon.

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   Wrap bacon around bread and secure with a toothpick.

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    Cover a baking tray with aluminum foil.

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    Place bacon wraps onto the tray with enough room to allow for turning pieces during cooking.

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    Place on the 2nd rack of the oven on LOW broil.

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    Check after the first 10 minutes and turn each piece onto its side.

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    Allow it to bake for another 7-8 minutes.

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    Check wraps to be sure that nothing is burnt.

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    If needed, allow them to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to brown up on that side.

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    Then turn once again onto the opposite side to make sure that everything is nice and crispy.

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    Allow to cook for an addition 5-10 minutes, checking wraps every 1-2 minutes to avoid burning.

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    Remove and place on a serving tray.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.