Gentleman’S Whiskey Bacon Jam

• 1-1/2 pounds thick-sliced bacon strips, finely chopped
• 8 shallots, finely chopped
• 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup whiskey
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• Assorted crackers

1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Add shallots and onion to the drippings; cook over medium heat until caramelized, stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add seasonings. Remove from heat; stir in whiskey and maple syrup. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add vinegar and brown sugar; cook another 3 minutes, continuing to stir constantly.
3. Add crumbled bacon; reduce heat to low, and cook 12 minutes, stirring every few minutes. Allow jam to cool slightly. Pulse half of the jam in a food processor until smooth; stir puree into remaining jam. Serve with assorted crackers.

bacon, shallots, sweet onion, garlic, chili powder, paprika, kosher salt, pepper, whiskey, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, crackers

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/gentleman-s-whiskey-bacon-jam/ (may not work)