Pecan Candied Bacon Bites

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and top it with a baking rack.

3. 3

   Arrange the bacon in 1layer on top of the rack.

4. 4

   Mix together the pecans, and brown sugar with a good grinding of pepper in a small bowl.

5. 5

   Evenly sprinkle the mixture over the bacon.

6. 6

   Put the bacon into the oven and bake until the sugar is melted and the bacon is crisp, about 20 to 25 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove and let cool slightly until crisp.

8. 8

   While the bacon is cooking, toast the rye bread and cut each slice into quarters.

9. 9

   In a small bowl mix together the cream cheese and Worcestershire sauce.

10. 10

    To serve, spread the toast with the cream cheese mixture and top with 1 or 2 pieces of bacon cut to fit the bread.

11. 11

    Garnish with chopped chives and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.