"Who says bacon can't be dessert? One bite of this surprisingly good Bacon Baklava will convert any nay sayers. Preci D'Silva, Dubai, United Arab Emerates..."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/2 pounds bacon strips
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1 cup toasted chopped almonds
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3/4 cup chopped dates
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10 tablespoons butter, melted
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20 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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1 cup maple syrup
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1/2 cup water
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2 tablespoons bourbon or lemon juice
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2 teaspoons grated orange peel