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Tomato Bacon Jam

Amanda
Sweet and savory tomato bacon jam is bursting with flavor! Made with ripe tomatoes and smoky bacon, this slowly simmered gourmet condiment is the perfect accompaniment for all sorts of recipes.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Condiment, Sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces bacon diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 20 ounces cherry tomatoes
  • 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet or medium pot over medium heat on the stovetop and add bacon and onions.
  • Cook while stirring frequently until the onions are softened and bacon starts to become crispy and golden brown, approximately 15 minutes.
  • Add in remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Lower the heat and allow the mixture to simmer for about 45 minutes until reduced and thickened. While the mixture is cooking, stir it occasionally and mash the tomatoes down as they softened to help them combine with the other ingredients. 
  • The tomato bacon jam can be served warm or room temperature or it can be cooled and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for use later.

Notes

Substitutions and Variations

    • Tomatoes - Grape tomatoes or roma tomatoes will also work. They are not as sweet as cherry tomatoes and also have a more meaty texture with less water content. This will make a thicker jam consistency.
    • Onion - A yellow onion or sweet onion is best for this savory jam. Other onions can be used but won't provide as much of a sweet flavor and will have more of a bite.
    • Bacon - Thick-cut, regular or center cut bacon could all be used. Just keep in mind that with thick-cut bacon there will be less chunks of bacon distributed throughout the jam. Applewood or hickory smoked flavors would be excellent!
    • Spicy - Add ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes when cooking the onions and bacon.
    • Dry mustard - A teaspoon of ground mustard is a great compliment to savory dishes and adds additional flavor and tang. It can be added when the brown sugar is added.
    • Smoked paprika - If you love even more of a smoky taste, amplify that flavor with up to 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika add with the other seasonings.
    • Balsamic vinegar - Just a splash can add another depth of flavor at the end of cooking.
 

Alternative Cooking Methods

For an additional smokey element, this tomato and bacon jam can be made on a grill in a cast iron skillet or other grill safe pot.
 

Storage Suggestions

This tomato bacon jam will keep for 5-7 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Warm up the jam over low heat on the stovetop, stirring occasionally until it has been warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cupsCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 223mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 291IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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