Sweet Onion Jam | Onion Preservation | How to Can a Sweet & Delicious Onion Jam
Today we will be going over How to Make a Sweet Onion Jam! By taking Sweet Vidalia Onions and slicing them thin. Then, with the addition of this combination of vinegars & seasonings, you end up with a Sweet & Delicious Onion Jam that is great to use for appetizers, cheese boards, charcuterie boards or to have as a condiment! Add a dollop over cream cheese, baked brie, pork chops & or on a flaky homemade biscuit…Yum! This Sweet Onion Jam is then water bath canned so that it can be added to your pantry shelf!
This Homemade Sweet Onion Jam Recipe is gone over, step by step, In This Video On YouTube. Check it Out By Following The Link Below!
Sweet Onion Jam
By taking Sweet Vidalia Onions and slicing them thin. Then, with the addition of this combination of vinegars & seasonings, you end up with a Sweet & Delicious Onion Jam that is great to use for appetizers, cheese boards, charcuterie boards or to have as a condiment! Add a dollop over cream cheese, baked brie, pork chops & or on a flaky homemade biscuit...Yum!
Ingredients
- 6 Quarts of Onion (Thinly Sliced) [6 Lbs or @ 9 Large Vidalia Onions]
- 3 tsp Salt (Canning Salt)
- 1 1/2 Cups Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 Cup Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Slice & prepare Onions in a Mandoline, Food Processor or cut by hand, making 6 quarts of Sliced Vidalia Onions. Place into Dutch Oven or cooking pot on stove.
- Stir in the Salt & cook Onions until translucent and slightly caramelized, @ 40 min.
- Now add the Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Balsamic Vinegar, Apple Cider Vinegar and Maple Syrup. Stirring all ingredients until well combined.
- On Medium High heat, bring onion mixture to a boil that cannot be stirred down, takes @ 20 minutes.
- Add the Sweet Onion Jam to canning jars (1/2 pint jars work well), leaving a 1/4" headspace.
- Wipe rims of jars and place lid/ring on each jar, finger tightening the ring.
- Place jars into water bath canner for processing, making sure water covers the jars by an inch or two. The minimum processing time is 15 min; add time as necessary based on your altitude.
- Once processing is complete, let the jars sit in the water bath canner for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a towel/dish drying mat for 12-24 hours for cooling and sealing. Listen for the pings as they seal!
- After 12-24 hours, you can remove the rings, making sure the jars all sealed, label jars and place in a cool, dry place for storage. 50-70 degrees is optimal.
- If any jars did not seal, place them in the refrigerator for enjoying now!
Notes
This Sweet Onion Jam makes a great addition to Brie, Pork Chops or on a Buttery Biscuit to try for your next Brunch!
This Sweet Onion Jam is great with Brie, Pork Chops or on a Buttery Biscuit. It’s fun to add different flavors to your favorite dish or appetizer. Try adding this Homemade Sweet Onion Jam for your next Brunch!
This Sweet Onion Jam works well as a condiment, added to a Cheese Board or Charcuterie or for adding to a Gift Basket for someone!
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