Ingredients

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
  
• 3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
  
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
  
• 2 1/2 tablespoons full-flavor molasses
  
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  
• 1/8 teaspoon chili powder
  
• 1/8 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
  
• 12 slices applewood smoked bacon
  
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  
• 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  
• 1 3/4 pounds uncooked ground skinless chicken thighs*
  
• 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
  
• 1/4 cup snipped fresh basil
  
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  
• 1 teaspoon snipped fresh thyme
  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1/4 teaspoon dried sage, crushed
  
• 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (4 oz.)
  
• 12 small butterhead (Boston or Bibb) lettuce leaves
  
• 12 small bakery slider rolls or mini buns, split and toasted
  
• 12 slices roma tomatoes