Step 1

Brown the ground beef in a skillet. Add the onion, then pour into the bottom of a slow cooker/Crockpot.

Step 2

Mix in the brown sugar and barbecue sauce. Stir well.

Step 3

Add the molasses and seasonings. Stir well.

Step 4

Add the beans and gently fold to incorporate.

Step 5

Stir in the jalapeño.

Step 6

Scatter half of the bacon across the top.

Step 7

Cook on high for 2 ½ hours or low for 4 hours.

Step 8

Top with the remaining bacon and serve.