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Bourbon Bacon Jam

Bourbon Bacon Jam

Slow-cooked bacon, caramelized onion, brown sugar, coffee, and bourbon come together in one pan to create the ultimate sweet and savory condiment you'll want on everything.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

  • 1 saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup coffee
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat is rendered and the bacon is slightly crispy.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked bacon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Pour off most of the excess fat from the pan.
  • Add the onions to the pan and turn the heat to low. Stir occasionally until caramelized, 30–40minutes.
  • Add the bacon back into the pan along with the brown sugar, coffee,bourbon, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a low simmer. Cook for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has thickened and reduced.
  • Transfer to a jaror airtight container. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
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