How to Make Tomato and Bacon Jam - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tomato and bacon jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether slathered on a burger, spread on a sandwich, or served alongside a cheese platter, this jam adds a rich and savory flavor to any dish. Made with a combination of ripe tomatoes, smoky bacon, and a blend of spices, this jam is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

One of the best things about tomato and bacon jam is its versatility. It can be used as a topping...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound smoked bacon
  • 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 yellow sweet onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®) (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble bacon when cool.
  • Stir tomatoes, sweet onion, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce together in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Stir in crumbled bacon and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the spread is very thick, about 1 hour. Adjust salt and black pepper.
  • Cool and spoon into a 1-pint glass jar with a lid; keeps refrigerated for 1 week or frozen for 2 months. If freezing, put spread into small jars and let jars thaw in refrigerator overnight before using.
  • Nutrition

    141 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 528mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 283mg