Bacon Jam
Homemade bacon jam is a simple yet sophisticated condiment that brings a burst of flavor to any dish. With its sweet and savory profile, it’s extremely versatile and will impress your family and friends. So why not whip up a batch today?
Equipment
- 1 12 inch cast iron or heavy skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound Finally chopped thick-cut bacon
- 1 Onion diced fine
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/2 cup Maple syrup
- 14 cup Brown sugar or molasses
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinager
- 1 Tbsp Spicey brown mustard
- 1/2 tsp Freshly cracked pepper
- cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes if you would like some heat.
Instructions
- Start bacon in a cold pan over medium heat and cook until bacon is crisp
- Remove bacon to drain and resurve 2 Tbsp of the bacom greese
- Return the 2 Tbsp bacon grease to the pan, lower the heat to medium-low and add the onions. slowly cook the onions stirring often about 15 minutes until brown and slightly caramelized.
- Add the garlic and cook stirring one more minute.
- Add the bacon and the rest of the ingredients to the pan
- let the mixture simmer for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture should thicken and take on a jam-like consistency.
- **Blend If Desired:** For a smoother texture, transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until it reaches your desired consistency. If you prefer it chunky, you can skip this step.
- Allow the bacon jam to cool before transferring it to an airtight jar. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one month
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