5.0 from 3 votes
Bacon Jam
I know it may sound like an unusual combination, but trust me when I say bacon jam is a game-changer. This sweet and savory spread, made with crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a touch of maple syrup, can elevate any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. It has a sweet and savory flavor that goes well with so many different foods, from toast and crackers to burgers and sandwiches.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 1 Cup
Calories: 1864 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Bacon chopped
- 2 cups sweet onion small dice
- ¼ cup sherry vinegar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ⅓ cup water
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme optional
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the bacon to a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel lined plate. Discard all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease.
- Add the onions to the reserved bacon grease and cook over medium heat until the onions are translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Return the bacon to the pan and add the vinegars, brown sugar, maple syrup, water, and thyme, if desired. Cook until bubbling, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes, until thick and dark.
- Transfer to a container and let cool completely before serving or storing in the fridge.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
1864kcal
(93%)
Carbohydrates
113g
(38%)
Protein
46g
(92%)
Fat
135g
(208%)
Saturated Fat
45g
(225%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
22g
Monounsaturated Fat
59g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
225mg
(75%)
Sodium
2309mg
(96%)
Potassium
1265mg
(36%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
96g
(192%)
Vitamin A
177IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
185mg
(19%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1864
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1864kcal | 93% |
| Carbohydrates | 113g | 38% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 135g | 208% |
| Saturated Fat | 45g | 225% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22g | 129% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 59g | 295% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 225mg | 75% |
| Sodium | 2309mg | 96% |
| Potassium | 1265mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 96g | 192% |
| Vitamin A | 177IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 185mg | 19% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.