Description
A savory and sweet Bacon Onion Jam recipe that combines crispy bacon, caramelized sweet onions, and a blend of brown sugar and balsamic vinegar to create a flavorful spread perfect for enhancing sandwiches, burgers, or appetizers.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon (cut into ½” pieces)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 pound sweet onions (about 4 medium onions)
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: Add bacon to a large skillet over medium heat. Spread it out in a single layer and cook for 12-14 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, line a plate with a paper towel. Once bacon is fully cooked and crispy, remove it from the pan and place on the paper towel-lined plate to drain. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease from the skillet.
- Caramelize Onions: Add butter and onions to the skillet. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring every few minutes, or until onions are golden brown and caramelized.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the bacon back to the skillet and stir in the brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, salt, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat to low and continue simmering for 8-10 minutes, or until thickened and reaches a jam-like consistency.
- Cool and Store: Allow to cool to room temperature before storing in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper according to taste.
- This jam can be refrigerated for up to one week in a sealed container.
- Use as a condiment on sandwiches, burgers, or as a topping for crackers and cheese.
- Be sure to cook the onions slowly over medium heat to achieve the perfect caramelization without burning.
- Adjust the salt to your preference after cooking, as bacon and butter already contain salt.
