Peppered Bacon Knots

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Line a broiler pan with foil to facilitate cleanup. Position broiler rack on top and coat with vegetable cooking spray.
3. 3
   Tie each bacon slice into a loose knot and place in a single layer on prepared broiler rack.
4. 4
   Brush with honey and top with a generous grinding of black pepper. Bake until bacon is crisp and honey is bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Transfer, honey side up, to paper towels to drain and cool. Peppered bacon knots can be held up to 3 hours at cool room temperature. Serve in a napkin lined basket.