Mushroom Bacon

[Artemis Windsong]

MUSHROOM BACON
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• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp smoked sea salt (or kosher salt)
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 large (or 3-4 smaller) King Oyster mushrooms, into bacon-sized strips, about 1/8-inch thick
Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325° F.
2. Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet with the extra virgin olive oil.
3. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked (or regular) salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Place the sliced mushrooms in a large mixing bowl.
5. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and toss well to combine.
6. Add the brown sugar mixture to the oiled mushrooms and use your hands or a spoon to toss well, ensuring each mushroom slice is well-coated.
7. Arrange the mushrooms on the oiled baking sheet with space in between each one.
8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the mushrooms turn dark brown.
9. Flip the mushrooms gently, using a spatula.
10. Bake for another 15-17 minutes, until very brown.