Or, add some warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to accentuate the sweet, earthiness of the maple syrup, or even bourbon and ...

Sweet maple syrup, smoky bacon, and a hint of bourbon come together in this rich and decadent breakfast dish. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special occasion, this skillet French toast is a ...

To make the syrup, heat maple syrup and bourbon in a small saucepan until warm. Pour over pancakes and use crumbled bacon for topping.

To serve, divide the boxties equally among four to six serving plates. Place a rasher or two of crisp streaky bacon alongside each. Drizzle over the maple syrup.

Brussels sprouts, trimmed 1/3 cup unsalted butter 3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup 1 tsp. kosher salt, divided 4 bacon slices, cooked crisp and chopped 1. Fill a large saucepan with oil to a 2-inch depth.