Smoked Bacon Burnt Ends

Ingredients

• 3 lb slab bacon ((half slab))
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1/4 cup pork BBQ rub
• 1 stick butter (sliced lengthways)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1/3 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice your slab of bacon into cubes about 1-½” to 2” thick.

2. 2

   Slather the bacon cubes in yellow mustard as a binder.

3. 3

   Season the cubes on all sides with the BBQ rub.

4. 4

   Transfer the seasoned cubes of bacon to a wire rack and let sit at room temperature while you fire up the smoker.

5. 5

   Preheat your smoker (or pellet grill) to 250°F.

6. 6

   Place the rack on the grates and let them smoke for three to four hours, or until they reach 175°F internal temperature and the bark is set.

7. 7

   Remove the bacon cubes from the smoker and transfer them to an aluminum pan.

8. 8

   Add the butter on top, sprinkle on the brown sugar, and drizzle the maple syrup and barbecue sauce over the top.

9. 9

   Cover the pan in foil and place it back on the smoker for another two to three hours until the burnt ends reach an internal temperature of 205°F.

10. 10

    Let rest for 15-20 minutes, then enjoy!