BACON RUM JAM

Here's Idol sa Kusina Recipe for Episode 86 / March 31 - BACON RUM JAM

BACON RUM JAM

Ingredients:

• 500g thick sliced bacon, chopped
• Splash of water
• 8 onions, chopped
• 2 cups brown sugar
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups rum
• 1 tsp red wine vinegar

Procedure:

• 1. Place saucepan over medium high heat. Toss in the bacon then add a splash of water. Stir frequently with a wooden spoon.
• 2. When the bacon is crispy, set aside and caramelize the onion in the same pan.
• 3. Add the bacon back in, add brown sugar and water. Continue simmering until it has a jam like consistency. Add rum and simmer again.
• 4. Carefully transfer the mixture to the food processor, pulse it with the vinegar until smooth. Serve with crostini and crackers.