1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with foil, then set a cooling rack over top of it.

2. Mix together the brown sugar and the Northern Spices.

3. Cut the bacon strips in half, then dip each piece in the sugar mix, covering both sides lightly and brushing off any excess.

4. Lay each sugared piece on the rack—if you have too many pieces to fit on one tray, either use a second baking sheet or bake in two rounds.

5. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes, then start checking for doneness. If you like your bacon crispier, bake a little longer.

6. When finished, remove from the oven and gently pat dry to soak up any extra fat on top of the bacon. Allow to cool on the rack, or transfer to a clean plate.