Barbecued Water Chestnuts

This recipe is a family favorite and just happens to be in one of the cookbooks I'm giving away HERE!  (Giveaway ends Friday the 28th!)

Barbecued Water Chestnuts

2 8-oz. cans whole water chestnuts, drained
1 lb. bacon, cut in half
1 1/2 c. catsup
6 T. brown sugar, packed
1 T. vinegar

Wrap each chestnut in a piece of bacon; fasten with a wooden toothpick. Place on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until crisp and golden.  Remove chestnuts to a mini slow cooker; set aside.  Combine remaining ingredients in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Bring to a simmer; cook for 15 minutes, or until thickened.  Spoon sauce over chestnuts. Turn slow cooker to low setting for serving.  Serves 10.

**Tip**

No Peeking!  That's good advice for gift packages and slow cookers alike.  

Cooking time increases by 15-20 minutes every time a slow cooker's lid is lifted.