Maple Bacon Mixed Nuts Food

MAPLE BACON SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Line 2 sheet pans with waxed paper, then set aside.
• Add the popcorn, bacon, pretzels and nuts to a large bowl. Mix and set aside.
• Add the sugar, butter, maple syrup, corn syrup and salt to a large, heavy-bottomed pot fitted with a candy thermometer and place over a medium-low heat. When the butter has melted, stir together, then turn up the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the candy thermometer reads "hard-crack stage" (300 degrees F), 4 to 5 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the maple extract. Carefully pour over the snack mix and toss using two wooden spoons. Transfer to the prepared sheet pans and spread out to allow it to cool, about 10 minutes. Break into clusters and transfer to a large serving bowl.

MAPLE BACON ROASTED PECANS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F.
• Cook the bacon until crisp and golden.
• Remove the bacon from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Chop into pieces approximately half the size of the nuts.
• Toss pecans, crispy bacon, maple syrup, finely chopped rosemary and chilli flakes in a mixing bowl and mix well.
• Stir in the olive oil. Transfer the nut mixture to a parchment paper lined rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
• Place the pecans in the oven and allow to roast for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
• Remove from the oven then allow to cool for 10 minutes and serve.