Description
Tomato Bacon Jam is a savory-sweet masterpiece that elevates any meal from ordinary to gourmet. Imagine ripe tomatoes simmered with crispy bacon, brown sugar, and a splash of tangy vinegar, creating a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. Perfect for brunches, sandwiches, or as a unique gift, this jam is guaranteed to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened)
- 6 strips thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until soft.
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
- Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until it reaches a jam-like consistency.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg