These are so easy to make and there is a lot of flavor with few ingredients, 5 to be exact, well, 6 if you include the toothpicks.
Whenever I make these they fly off the plate, some people think they are scallops but when you take your first bite you will know it's water chestnuts because they have a nice crunch.
A little time consuming but well worth it, I always enlist my 7 year old daughter, Alana when I make these since she loves wrapping them, and does a great job!
It is wonderful parent, child time in the kitchen so moms and dads, if you want to spend quality time with your children, bring them in the kitchen with you for this kid friendly recipe. I promise they will have fun and it will take you half the time.
Alana and I made these for her Uncle Bret's birthday party. Bretzie, this one is dedicated to you!
Preheat oven to 325
Toothpicks - Soaked in water to prevent burning while backing
1 lb of Bacon
2 Cans Whole Water Chestnuts
1/2 Cup Ketchup
1/2 Cup Brown Sugar
1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
Cut the bacon in half, can also be cut in thirds depending on size. Roll the water chestnuts in bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on a sprayed or parchment paper covered roasting pan.
Once all the wrapped chestnuts are in the pan, make the sauce. Combine the remaining 3 ingredients and mix well. Spoon sauce over every chestnut then place in the oven. Bake for 50 - 60 minutes. If bacon is not crisp turn oven to broil and finish for several more minutes. Serve immediately.
Watch them disappear.......
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