Bacon Jam

 

Bacon Jam

This one-of-a-kind dish is a must try to those who love bacon. The sweet and salty combination of the sugar and the bacon plus the bitterness of the coffee just leaves an impression that you will never forget!

Yields: Makes 2 Cups.

Ingredients:

1 pound Bacon, chopped into 1” squares

2 Shallots, finely diced

2 Garlic cloves, minced

¼ cup Light brown sugar

¾ cup Strong brewed coffee

½ cup Apple cider vinegar

3 tbsps. Maple syrup

¼ - ½ tsp. Ground chipotle pepper

2 tbsps. water

Method of Preparation:

1. In a small pot over medium heat, Throw in the bacon and cook it until they turn crisp. With a plate lined with paper towels. Drain the oil from the bacon pieces by throwing the bacon on the plate.
2. Reserve half of the bacon fat from the pot to use later.
3. In the same pot with the bacon fat. Throw in the shallots and allow it to sauté for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes. Then add the brown sugar, vinegar, coffee and maple syrup to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the bacon, chipotle, and water. Stir to combine.
5. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 30 minutes or until it has formed into a thick and syrup consistency.
6. Pour the jam into a clean air-tight container and allow it to cool before putting it in the fridge.
7. Serve the jam with a side of buttered toast and enjoy!