BOURBON STYLE BACON JAM

Bourbon Style Bacon Jam image

Provided by Judikins

Categories Pork

Time 2h40m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large sweet onion, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch fresh grated nutmeg
1 pinch ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon dry dried chipotle powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup good quality Bourbon
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon hot sauce

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until they begin to crisp at the edges buy are still soft in the center. Set aside to drain. Leave one tablespoon of the drippings in the pan.
Lower heat to med-low and add the onions and brown sugar. Cook until the onions are well caramelized (~20 min.). Add the garlic and spices and cook an additional five minutes.
Add the liquid ingredients and the bacon back to the pan. Increase the heat to medium bringing the mixture to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for about two hours. Check the mixture every 30 minutes. If it becomes too dry, add a few tablespoons of water. You want the final mixture to be moist and very sticky.
Let the mixture cool slightly then put it into the bowl of a food processor and pulse about 20 times, or until it reaches your preferred consistency.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.