Tomato Bacon Jam

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5 from 1 vote

This sweet and smoky tomato bacon jam is perfect for slathering on sandwiches or simply serving with crackers.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 157kcal

Author: Fox Valley Foodie

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

1 pound bacon
2 tablespoons reserved bacon grease
½ cup finely chopped shallots
2 cloves garlic minced
28 ounces canned diced tomatoes *
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Cut bacon into one inch pieces and then fry in a saute pan over medium high heat until crisp. Once crisp, remove bacon and set it aside, reserving two tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
Reduce the stovetop to medium heat and add shallots. Cook until they become tender and translucent, stirring as needed to prevent burning. Add garlic once they are almost done and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add bacon back into the saute pan along with all remaining ingredients. Simmer for ten minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly. Then use an immersion blender or traditional blender to blend it into a jam-like consistency.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in your refrigerator and enjoy within a week.

Notes

*Using peeled diced tomatoes is best because there is no skin. You can also buy peeled whole tomatoes and rough chop them.

Be careful blending the mixture while it is hot, or you could get burnt. Feel free to let everything cool to room temperature prior to blending for extra precaution.

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