Buc-ee's Berry Bacon Jam

Bacon in a jam jar sounds like a dare. It isn't. It's one of the easiest ways to make a plain sandwich taste like you tried.

The berries come first, so it eats like a sweet jam with a smoky, savory streak running through it, plus a little pepper warmth. People search for it as Buc-ee's bacon jam, Buc-ee's berry bacon jam, or Buc-ee's raspberry bacon jam.

Our favorite uses: on a burger with sharp cheddar, folded into a grilled cheese, or spooned over a round of brie or goat cheese with crackers. It's also a solid party trick, because nobody guesses the bacon until you tell them.

The honest part: it's still a jam, which means it's sweet. If you were hoping for a bacon spread that's mostly bacon, this isn't that. It also contains pork, so check the details above if that matters at your table. If you like the idea but want a fall flavor, the Apple Maple Bacon Jam is its sibling.