What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Something to Savor: Unbelievable Bacon Jam! Your morning just got better. Everyone loves bacon, right? And coffee is often casually referred to as a “cup of morning joe”. Know what you get when you mix the two together, along with a few other items from the food pantry? You guessed it: Bacon Jam that can be slathered on buttered toast or added later to a Charcuterie Board. Tested on guests at Gail’s Kitchen, this recipe is spot on. Give it a try and see for yourself. You can thank me later.
UNBELIEVABLE BACON JAM
Ingredients:
9 slices Applewood Smoked Bacon, sliced thick
4 tablespoons bacon grease
1 large red onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
3/4 cup brewed coffee
1/4 cup pickled jalapeΓ±os, diced
1 teaspoon smoked sea salt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions:
Cook the bacon until brown and slightly crispy. It should be chewy. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. In a medium skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons bacon grease. Add diced red onion. Turn to coat. Sprinkle with garlic powder. SautΓ© until onions are cooked, stirring frequently. Set aside. In a medium sauce pan, combine apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, remaining bacon grease, brewed coffee, pickled jalapeΓ±os, smoked sea salt, Dijon mustard, and bacon pieces. Add cooked onions. Stir well. Bring the bacon jam to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 45 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the jam is thick. The bacon jam should appear chunky. Refrigerate in an airtight container.
Great picture Gail!
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I appreciate that, Marilyn. Have a blessed Easter! πβ¨π«
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Bacon makes everything better. And now toast too! Interesting.
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I know, right! πΏ
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Delicious! Lovely recipe! Thanks for posting
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Thank you, Lina. It’s a crowd-pleaser, especially on a Charcuterie Board. π
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You had me at ” Bacon Jam”!
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It’s perfect for party-pairing appetizers. π·
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Oh now don’t get me started on BACON! One of my faves. π
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You kill me, Kathryn. Soooo funny! πβ¨π«
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Well damn this sounds amazing.
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Try some, Lacey! lol πΏ
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Bacon jam?? Unbelievable!! π It sounds delish!!
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Melinda, Bacon Jam is seriously good! πΏπ±π
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My imagination is drooling right now!
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Looks unbelievable π
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Try it on pizza instead of marinara sauce. Yum! πΆ
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There’s a place here in Seattle that is known for bacon jam on its signature burger! So So yummy! Love this stuff! Thanks for the recipe!
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Good to know, Laura! I will def try it on my next grilled burger! πΏπ
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Oh, this sounds to good! I just shared it with the hubby (he’s the cook in our home) and can’t wait to try it.
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Bonus points! Bacon AND a husband who loves to cook! πβ¨π« Blessings! π
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I know, right?!
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