Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Maple

I bet we had you at bacon.

1 lb shrimp (about 20 pieces), peeled and deveined, with tails still on
7 strips thick cut bacon, cut into thirds
4 Tbsp. butter, melted
2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
1 Tbsp. chili powder

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Wrap shrimp with a third piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place shrimp on prepared pan.

In a small bowl mix together butter, maple syrup, and chili powder.

Brush shrimp with about half of the butter.

Bake for 15 minutes or until bacon is crisp and shrimp is cooked.

Brush with remaining butter and broil 3 minutes.

Makes 20 servings.