Maple-Glazed Peanuts & Bacon

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 325.
2. 2
   In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp.
3. 3
   Transfer to paper towels to drain, then finely chop.
4. 4
   In a medium bowl, mix the thyme, salt, Old Bay, cayenne and dry mustard.
5. 5
   Add the peanuts, maple syrup and bacon and toss until the peanuts are evenly coated.
6. 6
   Scrape the nuts onto a parchment paperlined baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes, stirring once, until the maple syrup has thickened.
7. 7
   Let the peanuts cool completely, stirring frequently to break up any large clumps.
8. 8
   Transfer the peanuts to glass jars or a large bowl and serve.