Caramelized Onion and Bacon Jam

By KatKD

Author note: I love this caramelized onion and bacon jam on hamburgers, mixed into scrambled eggs, and mixed with cream cheese and sour cream for a great dip.

Ingredients

• 1 pound bacon, chopped
• 3 medium red or yellow onions, sliced
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup brewed coffee
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• salt to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium high heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain most of the bacon away and add the onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients except salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the liquid is syrupy and reduced which will take about an hour or more. Stir periodically. Taste for seasoning and add salt if needed.