NOTE: This recipe was updated on 10/19/20 to include new information and photos. It was originally published on 3/11/15. I’ve heard bacon jam referred to as Devil’s Delight somewhere, and oh my, is that an accurate moniker. Bacon jam is deliciously savory and sweet and works as a spread over cheeses and breads, or as a flavor blast addition to meats or sandwiches. And so much more! Can you tell we both love bacon jam? I’ve been experimenting with different ingredients and this is our favorite version, though I also love to use superhot chili peppers. I’m working on a new cookbook about superhot chili peppers, including a large variety of cooking techniques and recipes, and a version of this recipe will be included with Carolina Reaper peppers. Note here that I’ve used habanero peppers, which are certainly awesome chili peppers. You’ll get a nice heat with them, but if habaneros are too hot for you, jalapenos work just fine, or even a bell pepper. You want the substance and flavor of the pepper over the heat, but I personally LOVE the heat. Let’s talk about how to make bacon jam, shall we? Cook the Vegetables. Heat to medium heat. Add the onions and peppers to the pot with the bacon fat and cook about 5 minutes to soften. Add garlic and stir. Cook about 2 minutes. Add Remaining Ingredients. Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, coffee, vinegar and seasonings and stir occasionally. Bring the mixture to a boil reduce heat to a simmer. Chop the bacon and add it into the pot. If using a slow cooker, cook on high for 3-4 hours, stirring every now and then, until a thick jam forms. You can process as much as you want for your desired consistency. I often just break it all apart with a wooden spoon for a thick and chunky bacon jam. Boom! Done! Bacon jam is easy enough to make, isn’t it? It just takes a bit of time. But it will drive you quite mad as the aromas fill your kitchen for hours, making you insane with hunger. So beware. Just look at it. Yum! It is so gooey and spreadabale, so tasty. Make an extra large batch and give it away to your friends and neighbors. They will love you for it.
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