Bacon Jam

Bacon is still trendy right?? This tasted disappointing when it was first cooked but once it cooled down in the fridge was amazing! We put it on toast, in scrambled eggs, in a simple pasta dish- anything that needs to be a little more meaty. It would be easy to make ahead for a party or give as a gift. Bacon Jam.

Bacon Jam
Adapted from I am a food blog

• 1/2 pound bacon, chopped
• 1/2 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• red pepper flakes

Cook bacon in a medium saucepan over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until its crispy and lightly browned. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.

Sponge off all buy 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings. Add onions, garlic, and the desired amount of red pepper flakes. Cook until onions are translucent.

Add vinegar, brown sugar, and maple syrup.  Bring to a boil and scrape up any brown bits. Add the bacon back in then reduce heat to a simmer.  Cook for 30 minutes until liquid is syrupy and thick.

Transfer to a food processor and pulse until jam. Refrigerate until cool and thick. Add to everything: pasta, eggs, toasts, crostinis.