Step 1

In a medium saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy.

Step 2

Place cooked bacon on a plate lined with a paper towel. Break the bacon into about 1-inch pieces to be added later.

Step 3

You need about 4 tablespoons of bacon fat to remain in the pan, carefully remove the rest. (It is hot! We store it in mason jars.)

Step 4

Add the onion and diced shallots to the pan with the bacon grease, reducing heat to medium-low. Cook until the onions are caramelized (about 15-20 minutes), stirring often.

Step 5

Mix in the garlic, brown sugar, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, and pieces of cooked bacon.

Step 6

Simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened. (Think of the consistency of a jam.)

Step 7

Serve warm or cold, but you may want to warm slightly if it has been refrigerated.