The Tomato Jam You’ll Put on Everything

Tomato jam is one of those things that feels impressive but couldn’t be easier. It’s sweet, savory, a little tangy—and somehow makes everything taste more put together. It’s the kind of thing you make once and then start finding excuses to use.

All you need is:

• 4 cups chopped roma tomatoes

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• 3 Tbsp Bloody Darn Good OG

Add it all to a pot, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until it thickens into a jammy consistency. No fuss, no special ingredients—just let it cook down and do its thing.

Where it really shines is on a cheese board. Spoon it next to something creamy like brie, a tangy goat cheese, or a sharp cheddar and suddenly you look like you planned ahead. It cuts through richness and adds that perfect sweet-savory balance that makes people keep going back for “one more bite.”

And then there’s the everyday magic—spread it on a BLT, add it to a burger, tuck it into a grilled cheese, or layer it onto a pimento cheese sandwich (highly recommend). It’s a small upgrade that makes a big difference.

The tomatoes give it texture, the brown sugar brings the jammy sweetness, and the Bloody Darn Good OG adds that little extra depth and acidity that pulls it all together.

Make a batch, keep it in the fridge, and you’ll have a go-to for making anything feel just a little more special.