Ingredients for Bacon Bourbon Jam
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 tablespoon reserved bacon fat
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How to Make Bacon Bourbon Jam
- Dice 1 pound of bacon into 1/2-inch pieces. Divide between two large skillets. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until fat is rendered and bacon is lightly browned and starting to crisp (about 20 minutes).
- Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon fat; discard the rest.
- Add reserved bacon fat to one skillet. Add 1 large onion, thinly sliced, and 4 cloves garlic, minced. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are softened and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee, and 1/4 cup bourbon.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring and scraping browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.
- Add the cooked bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Cook on high, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced and thickened slightly, and the bacon is a deep burnished brown (3 1/2 to 4 hours).
- Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped but not pureed.
- Let cool completely. Transfer to airtight jars and refrigerate for up to one month.
- Enjoy on toast, sandwiches, pancakes, or anywhere your taste buds desire!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
27g
Fat
21g
Carbs
2g
