Bacon Explosion

I came across the recipe for the Bacon Explosion in the New York Times over a year ago. I made it for the Super Bowl last year, and am making it again for the game this year. A tradition is born. A very heart unhealthy tradition.

The Bacon Explosion is essentially an assembly. A lattice of bacon is formed. Italian sausage is spread onto the lattice. More bacon, in the form of small pieces is spread on the sausage along with some barbecue sauce. The whole thing is rolled up then baked at 225° until the internal temperature reaches 165° (about 1 hour for each inch of thickness). I glaze the roll with barbecue sauce after coming out of the oven. Finally the roll is sliced and served. I suggest on a bun with lettuce, tomato, onion and avocado. Lots of avocado. Can't have too much avocado.

Bacon lattice

Italian sausage is added

Add barbecue sauce and bacon pieces

Ready for the oven

Ready to slice and serve

Go Saints!

Bon appétit!