Bourbon Bacon Grilled Baked Beans are smoky, brown sugar–sweetened, tender beans packed with crispy bacon, caramelized onions and a touch of bourbon. This elevated, semi-homemade barbecue favorite comes together quickly and simmers on the grill to a thick, bubbling, flavor-packed finish.

Yes — these Bourbon Bacon Baked Beans are made on the barbecue grill. It’s one of those simple discoveries that elevates a familiar side dish: the grill adds a subtle smoky depth and lets the sauce reduce gently while you tend to the rest of the meal.