Sweet & Spicy Bacon Jam

🥓🌶️ Sweet & Spicy Bacon Jam 🌶️🥓
Got questions? 🤔 Here’s how to make this delicious, savory jam perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
1 pound thick-cut bacon, diced 🥓
1 large yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 ½ cups) 🧅
3 medium jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced (about 1 cup) 🌶️
2 teaspoons garlic, minced 🧄
½ cup light brown sugar, packed 🍬
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar 🍎
¼ cup maple syrup 🍁
1 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️
Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook Bacon: In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Place bacon on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. 🥓🔄
2️⃣ Prepare Pan: Leave about ¼ cup of bacon grease in the pan, carefully removing the rest. 🍳
3️⃣ Caramelize Onions & Peppers: Add diced onion and jalapeños to the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until onions are caramelized (15-20 minutes), stirring often. 🧅🌶️
4️⃣ Add Remaining Ingredients: Mix in garlic, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, chili powder, and cooked bacon. Simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until thickened to a jam-like consistency. 🍯🕑
5️⃣ Serve: Enjoy warm or cold. If refrigerated, warm slightly before serving. 🍽️❄️
Note: Perfect as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or just spread on toast! 🌟