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Whiskey Maple Bacon Jam

Course Appetizer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 cups/6-8 servings
Author Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs. bacon reserve 3 tbsp. bacon grease
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 1/2 medium purple onion chopped
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 10 shallots finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 c. maple whiskey
  • 1/2 c. maple syrup
  • 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 c. packed brown sugar

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp.
  • Drain on paper towels, and discard all but 3 tbsp. drippings.
  • Crumble bacon into 1/4-inch bits, and set aside.
  • Add the yellow and purple onion to the skillet.
  • Cook on medium until soft, golden, and nearly caramelized, about 7-8 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and shallots, cooking until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  • Remove from heat, and add the maple whiskey and maple syrup.
  • Return to heat, allow to bubble, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, or until thickened.
  • Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to the skillet.
  • Cook an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, or until sugar is nearly dissolved.
  • Reduce heat to low, and stir in the crumbled bacon.
  • Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and cool.
  • Serve with crackers. Store in the refrigerator.