Bacon Jam

By moddie2bert

Ingredients

• 2 pounds bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 2 large yellow onions, julienned
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 cup brewed coffee
• 1/2 cup sherry vinegar
• 1 cup bourbon
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 3/4 cup ketchup

Preparation

Step 1

In a saucepan render the bacon over medium-high heat until about 75% cooked. Pour off about ¾ of the bacon grease. Add the onions and cook until very soft. Add the brown sugar and cook until onions are caramelized. Add the garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg and cayenne and cook for 5 minutes. Add the coffee, vinegar, bourbon and maple syrup and turn the heat to medium-low and cook until thick but not quite dry. Stir every 15 minutes or so to prevent sticking and burning. Add the ketchup and cook for 5 more minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes then process in a food processor by pulsing 10 to 15 times or until you reach your desired consistency. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Makes about 1 quart.