Bacon Jam

 

Bacon Jam

• 1 lb bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 4 shallots- Minced
• 2 cloves of garlic- Minced
• 1/2 c brown sugar
• 1/4 c Maple syrup
• 1/3 c Apple cider vinegar

Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving about a tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan,

2. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add onion and shallots to the pan and cook, stirring often, until the onions are caramelized, about 15 minutes.

3. Stir in garlic, brown sugar, maple syrup, vinegar and cooked bacon. Bring mixture to a simmer then reduce heat to low. Cook until the liquid has reduced and thickened and the onions are "jammy", about 7-10 minutes.

4. Let cool before transferring to a jar.