Saturday, March 26, 2011

Oooh-Mommy :) Bacon Jam thanks to Foodie with Family

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Through many convoluted steps, I found this recipe for Bacon Jam on Foodie with Family’s site (via Ruhlman.com, The Perfect Pantry.com…)
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The recipe started with 3 pounds of bacon; as my husband says “any recipe that starts with a pound of bacon must be good”, I thought this must be extra special.

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First you cut the bacon into bits and crisp it.

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One could almost stop right here and be happy.

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Then caramelize a bunch of onions in the bacon fat.

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Add garlic cloves, smashed and peeled; cider vinegar; packed brown sugar (light or dark; I prefer light); pure maple syrup; and brewed strong coffee.

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Reduce to a spreadable mixture with an immersion blender and store in a sterilized quart Mason jar.
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