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Bourbon Bacon Jam

Awesome burger topping
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 oz bacon, cut into small pieces
  • 1 sweet onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 6 tbsp brown sugar
  • 5 tbsp Bourbon
  • 5 tbsp water
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • To a large skillet, saute bacon pieces over MED heat until crispy, about 8-12 minutes.  I used center cut bacon, so there wasn't too much bacon grease, but if yours is particularly greasy, drain about half the grease.  Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft and tender, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add cider vinegar, brown sugar, bourbon, water, cayenne, and black pepper. Stir to combine.  Bring to a boil, then simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is mostly cooked off, about 10-15 minutes. Mixture will be thick and syrupy.
  • Use immediately, or place into airtight container and refrigerate for 2-4 weeks.