BACON JAM BRUSCHETTA WITH APPLE SLAW RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Bacon Jam Bruschetta with Apple Slaw Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by davidv

Number Of Ingredients 19

Bacon Jam:
1 lb thick-cut bacon, diced
2 cups onions, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup brewed coffee
1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 Tbsp fresh sage, chopped
Apple Slaw:
2 Granny Smith apples, julienned
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp maple syrup
1/8 tsp Chinese five spice
You'll also need:
1 baguette, sliced on a bias into about 24 slices & toasted

Steps:

To make the bacon jam, cook the bacon in a medium-size skillet over medium heat until browned, about 20-25 minutes. Add the onions and cook until they're translucent and slightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for two more minutes. Spoon out 1/2-3/4 cup of bacon fat from the pan and discard. Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and coffee to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce for about 10-15 minutes, until it becomes syrupy. Finally, stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and sage. Remove the pan from the heat and bring to room temperature. Process the cooled mixture in a food processor until there are small chunks and it's a spreadable consistency. To make the apple slaw, toss all ingredients in a small bowl. Use immediately. To prepare the bruschetta, spread about one tablespoon of the bacon jam on each slice of baguette. Top the bacon jam with a generous pinch of the apple slaw and serve.