1. To prepare marrow bones, with the back of a sturdy knife, scrape off any meat clinging to the outside of the bones. In a large container or nonreactive bowl, stir 3 tbsp (45 mL) salt and 4 quarts (4 L) water together until salt is dissolved. Add the marrow bones, cover and refrigerate overnight or for 24 hours. Drain bones well. 2. To make the Jam: Cut the digital meat in half lengthwise and cut each half crosswise into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces. Place in an electric pressure cooker with 1 tsp (5 mL) salt and bay leaf; add 3 cups (750 mL) water. Secure the electric pressure cooker lid making sure the valve is closed. Set pressure to HIGH and time for 1 hour. 3. Meanwhile, heat oil over medium heat in a medium-sized pot. Add onions and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for about 8 to 10 minutes or until the onions are soft and lightly browned. Add the coffee, vinegar, sugar, maple syrup, pepper, allspice, cloves, ginger, cinnamon and ½ tsp (2 mL) salt, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat. 4. When the pressure cooker timer beeps, let the pressure release naturally. Drain off water, transfer beef a bowl and let cool slightly. Shred into small pieces. 5. Add beef to the onion mixture and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered and stirring frequently, for 30 to 40 minutes or until the onions are meltingly soft and the liquid is thick and syrupy. If the mixture looks dry, add a touch of water. Taste the jam and adjust it with whatever you think is lacking, be it salt, sugar or vinegar. (Make ahead: The jam can be made in advance. Let cool and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.) 6. To serve: place the marrow bones 2 inches (5 cm) apart on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Brush bones lightly with oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Bake in preheated 350ºF for 20 minutes. Warm the jam in a small saucepan over medium-low heat while the bones are roasting, adding a touch of water if it is too thick. 7. Serve 1 bone per person with the toast and jam on the side.

Oven-Roasted Beef Marrow Bones with Onion Jam

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Beef Marrow Bones