Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/2 lb thick cut bacon (chopped into 1/2" pieces)
  • 2 Tbsp butter (unsalted)
  • 2 medium sweet onions (i.e. Vidalia) (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp ancho chile powder or paprika
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instruction

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat cook the bacon until crisp and fat has rendered. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain then finely crumble. Reserve bacon drippings or freeze for use in another dish.
  • Add butter and diced onion to the skillet. Cook the onion over medium until browned and beginning to caramelize, about 10-15 minutes. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute longer or until fragrant.
  • Add brown sugar, maple syrup, vinegar, chili powder, pepper flakes and bacon to the skillet. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until thickened and reduced around 20-25-minutes. 
  • Serve on burgers, crostini, cheese or crackers.