Bacon-Wrapped Brussels Sprouts

Makes 6-8 appetizer servings

-Preheat oven to 400 degrees
-Microwave 10 slices of bacon, in batches, between paper towels, at HIGH for 1 1/2 minutes.
-Cut slices in half crosswise.
-Cut 10 Brussels sprouts in half lengthwise.
-Wrap 1 bacon piece around each Brussels sprout half; secure with a wooden pick.
-Place sprouts cut side down, on a lightly greased wire rack on a baking sheet.
-Sprinkle with pepper to taste.
-Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until bacon is crisp and Brussels sprouts are tender.
Serve with creamy mustard sauce:
Stir together 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 teaspoons whole grain mustard,1 teaspoon brown sugar and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
Makes 1/2 cup.