Bacon Jam

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4.6

54 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    426 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    American

Bacon Jam

This salty-sweet Bacon Jam recipe is made with slowly simmered bacon, brown sugar, onions, and spices. It adds a definite "wow" factor to almost anything you put it on. And trust us, it can go on almost anything.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 1/2 pounds thick-cut bacon sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 medium onions chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium tomato diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon over medium-high heat in a cast iron skillet until most of the fat has been reduced and the bacon is almost crispy but still chewy, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a plate Drain most of the excess grease, reserving 2 tablespoons in the pan.
  2. Add the onions and garlic to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring often, until softened and browned.
  3. Add the bacon, tomato, brown sugar, water, smoked paprika, and pepper to the pan with the onions. Stir and bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally until the liquid is reduced and thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in the balsamic vinegar.
  4. Cool slightly before using.

Notes

  • Keep covered in the fridge for 2 weeks.
  • VARIATION: Replace 1/2 cup of the brown sugar with 1/3 cup of maple syrup.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 426kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 15g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 571mg (24%) Potassium 277mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 284IU (6%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 27mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 426 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 426kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 15g 75%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 571mg 24%
Potassium 277mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 284IU 6%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 27mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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