Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3/4 pound bacon (cut into inch slices then cut in half)
  • 1 large shallot (minced)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup bourbon ((optional half maple syrup, half water))
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • Dash of salt

Instruction

  • In a medium skillet, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until done and on the verge of crispy, approximately 10 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off fat, reserving about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan. Discard the rest.
  • Add garlic and shallot directly to the same skillet with rendered bacon fat. Soften for approximately 4-5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, stir well. Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, ir until it starts to thicken and get a jam consistency.
  • Liquids should evaporate, at this time, add bacon. Stir well off heat and allow to cool slightly. This should leave you with a sticky bacon jam fit for any sandwich.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!