Bacon Marmalade

Ingredients

• 1/2 (16-oz.) package thick hickory-smoked bacon slices, diced
• 1 cup sorghum syrup
• 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Kosher salt and cracked pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, 4 minutes or until just dark golden brown; drain on paper towels. Wipe skillet clean; return bacon to skillet. Add sorghum; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add vinegar; cook, stirring often, 8 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add broth and bay leaf; cook 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add seasonings. Cool 30 minutes.