Bacon Jam
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5.0
102 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
136 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Bacon Jam
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This bacon jam, made with bacon, maple syrup, and coffee, is a sweet condiment slathered on burgers at the Skillet diner in Seattle--and just about everywhere else these days.
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds sliced bacon cut crosswise into 1-inch (25-mm) pieces
- 2 medium yellow onions cut into smallish dice
- 3 garlic cloves smashed and peeled
- 3/4 cup strongly brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar or less to taste
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (the real deal, please)
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Instructions
- In a large skillet over mediumish heat, cook the bacon, stirring occasionally, until the fat is rendered and the bacon is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to paper towel-lined plates to drain.
- Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings from the skillet and reserve for another use. Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onions are translucent, about 6 minutes. Add the coffee, vinegar, brown sugar, and maple syrup and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits from the skillet, for 2 minutes. Add the bacon and stir to combine.
- If making this on a stovetop, reduce the heat to a bare simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid almost completely evaporates and turns syrupy, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. If making this in a slow-cooker, transfer the mixture to a 6-quart slow-cooker and cook on high, uncovered, until the liquid almost completely evaporates and turns syrupy, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
- Let the bacon concoction cool slightly before transferring it to a food processor and pulsing until coarsely chopped. Spoon the bacon lusciousness into individual jars or other resealable containers and refrigerate for up to 4 weeks. Spoon into a pan and rewarm gently over low heat prior to indulging.
Notes
- Bacon--Use thick-cut bacon for the best results.
- Freeze--The bacon jam can be frozen for up to 6 months in an airtight container.
- Bacon fat--Don't toss out leftover bacon fat. It works well as a cooking fat, particularly for foods that benefit from the addition of bacon flavor (which is basically everything.)
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving (2 tablespoons)
Calories
136kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
19mg
(6%)
Sodium
322mg
(13%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 136 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving (2 tablespoons) | |
| Calories | 136kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 322mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
102 reviews
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