Gentleman's Whiskey Bacon Jam

By gbvampy1

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds thick-sliced bacon strips, finely chopped
• 8 shallots, finely chopped
• 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup whiskey
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Details

Servings 48
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 45mins

Preparation

Step 1

·                                 1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Add shallots and onion to the drippings; cook over medium heat until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
·                                 2. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add seasonings. Remove from heat; stir in whiskey and maple syrup. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add vinegar and brown sugar; cook another 3 minutes, continuing to stir constantly.
·                                 3. Add crumbled bacon; reduce heat to low, and cook 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes. Allow jam to cool slightly. Pulse half of the jam in a food processor until smooth; stir puree into remaining jam. Serve with assorted crackers.