Best 5 Slow Cooker Bacon Bourbon Jam Recipes

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Slow cooker bacon bourbon jam carries a delectable mix of sweet, savory, and smoky, and it is surprisingly easy to make. You can enjoy this Southern-style bacon jam on your morning biscuits, slathered on pancakes, or as an exceptional glaze for your next batch of grilled chicken. Bacon bourbon jam is an incredibly versatile condiment that can elevate any meal from breakfast to dinner. It is a wonderful way to use up leftover bacon, and it makes a fantastic holiday gift. With just a few pantry staples and a slow cooker, you can create this delightful bacon bourbon jam.

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SLOW-COOKER BACON JAM



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Spread this savory bacon jam on bread for a holiday appetizer and send your guests home with a jar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 4h

Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 medium yellow onions, diced small
3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
3/4 cup brewed coffee

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and bacon is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet (reserve for another use); add onions and garlic, and cook until onions are translucent, about 6 minutes. Add vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, and coffee and bring to a boil, stirring and scraping up browned bits from skillet with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes. Add bacon and stir to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker and cook on high, uncovered, until liquid is syrupy, 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Transfer to a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Let cool, then refrigerate in airtight containers, up to 4 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 g, Fat 12 g, Protein 10 g

SLOW COOKER BACON JAM



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This recipe is from Martha Stewart. It is to die for!!!!! So great on hamburgers, or with cheese and crackers. Or served with biscuits. The uses are endless! You can even place in jars to give as gifts.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Spreads

Time 4h30m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 medium yellow onions, diced small
3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
3/4 cup brewed coffee

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and bacon is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
  • Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet and add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent, about 6 minutes.
  • Add vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, and coffee and bring to a boil, stirring and scraping up browned bits from skillet with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes. Add bacon and stir to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker and cook on high, uncovered, until liquid is syrupy, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
  • Transfer to a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped.
  • Let cool, then refrigerate in airtight containers, up to 4 weeks.

BACON-BOURBON JAM



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The taste of this jam is truly outrageous. Each bite contains layer upon layer of flavor, from the caramelized onions and garlic; to the sweet bourbon and maple syrup; to the smoky, salty, porky bacon. Try it on toast, in place of mayonnaise in a sandwich, or slathered on pancakes. It will keep for a month in the fridge. No need to use fancy bacon; regular supermarket bacon will work perfectly well. Transcribed from a recipe at Serious Eats. http://bit.ly/e1MPDp

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Pork

Time 4h15m

Yield 3 cups, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs bacon, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 medium onions, diced (about 2 cups)
3 medium garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped (about 2 teaspoons)
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
6 tablespoons brewed coffee
6 tablespoons Bourbon

Steps:

  • Divide bacon between two large skillets and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until fat is rendered and bacon is lightly browned and starting to crisp, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon fat and discard remainder. Add bacon fat, onions and garlic to one skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are softened and translucent, about five minutes. Add vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, coffee, and bourbon. Bring to a boil and cook for two minutes, stirring and scraping browned bits from bottom of skillet with wooden spoon. Add bacon and stir to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a six-quart slow-cooker and cook on high, uncovered, until liquid has reduced and thickened slightly and bacon is a deep burnished brown, 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
  • Transfer mixture to food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Let cool, then transfer to airtight jars. Store in refrigerator for up to one month.

GENTLEMAN'S WHISKEY BACON JAM



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You can slather this smoky bacon jam on pretty much anything. It lasts only a week in the fridge, so I freeze small amounts for a quick snack with crackers. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds thick-sliced bacon strips, finely chopped
8 shallots, finely chopped
1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup whiskey
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Add shallots and onion to the drippings; cook over medium heat until caramelized, stirring occasionally., Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add seasonings. Remove from heat; stir in whiskey and maple syrup. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add vinegar and brown sugar; cook another 3 minutes, continuing to stir constantly., Add crumbled bacon; reduce heat to low and cook 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes. Allow jam to cool slightly. Pulse half the jam in a food processor until smooth; stir puree into remaining jam. Serve with assorted crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SLOW COOKER BACON JAM RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by carrot123

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients
 1 1/2 pounds sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
 2 medium yellow onions, diced small
 3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
 1/2 cup cider vinegar
 1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
 3/4 cup brewed coffee
Cook's Note
Spread this savory bacon jam on bread for a holiday appetizer and send your guests home with a jar.
Everyday Food, December 2010

Steps:

  • Slow-Cooker Bacon Jam Spread this savory bacon jam on bread for a holiday appetizer and send your guests home with a jar. prep: 30 mins total time: 4 hours yield: Makes 3 cups 278  Cook's Note Spread this savory bacon jam on bread for a holiday appetizer and send your guests home with a jar. Directions  Step 1 In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and bacon is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet (reserve for another use); add onions and garlic, and cook until onions are translucent, about 6 minutes. Add vinegar, brown sugar, maple syrup, and coffee and bring to a boil, stirring and scraping up browned bits from skillet with a wooden spoon, about 2 minutes. Add bacon and stir to combine. In this step: How to Chop an Onion  Step 2 Transfer mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker and cook on high, uncovered, until liquid is syrupy, 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Transfer to a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Let cool, then refrigerate in airtight containers, up to 4 weeks.  Source Everyday Food, December 2010

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality bacon for the best flavor. Thick-cut bacon works well in this recipe.
  • Use a slow cooker with a lid that fits tightly to prevent the liquid from evaporating.
  • Cook the bacon and onions on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the bacon is tender and the onions are caramelized.
  • Add the bourbon, brown sugar, maple syrup, and pepper to the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the jam has thickened.
  • Transfer the jam to a jar or container and let it cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator.
  • Use the jam as a condiment for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also great on sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker bacon bourbon jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that's easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful jam that will add a touch of sweetness and smokiness to your favorite dishes. Whether you're using it as a spread, a glaze, or a dipping sauce, this jam is sure to be a hit.

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