Feature Recipe

Bacon Jam

1 lb chopped bacon (apple wood smoked)
3 medium chopped onions (yellow)
5 cloves chopped garlic
5 cups coffee (brewed)
1 cup rice wine vinegar (seasoned)
1 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon Harisa paste (North African chilli paste) 
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
8 cups water

Method: (makes 6 cups)

1. Brown onions till tender and add bacon, cook till well done but not crisp

2. Add remainder of ingredients except water.

3. Cook on medium high heat until liquid is nearly to the consistency of loose syrup.

4., Add half of the water and reduce till syrup is achieved again.

5. Repeat process with the remaining water.

6. Let cool and blend in food processor till a coarse consistency is achieved and not too smooth.

Christopher Thomas, Executive Chef
June 1, 2012