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Incredible Bacon Jam

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs. hickory smoked bacon finely chopped
  • 2 medium white onions diced
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 Tbsp. minced garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp. fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup brewed dark coffee
  • 1 tsp. balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • In heavy skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy.
  • Remove all but 2 Tbsp. of the bacon grease.
  • Turn the heat to low and add in the onions and salt then cook until browned or lightly caramelized. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
  • Remove all but 1/2 Tbsp. of the grease.
  • Add in brown sugar, cider vinegar, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cumin, and prepared black coffee.
  • Let cook down until slightly thickened and lightly browned, or about 20-25 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in balsamic vinegar.
  • Serve warm or in the refrigerator in an airtight container or mason jar.