Grandma Wexler's Baked Beans

Serves:

Ingredients:

1/2 lb Bacon, diced
1 md Onion, minced
1 ga Water
1/2 c Molasses
1/2 c Brown sugar
2 c Ketchup
2 tb Prepared mustard
1 1/2 lb Navy beans, picked over,
Rinsed, and soaked
Overnight in water to cover
Salt and freshly ground
Pepper to taste

Method:

Saute bacon in large pot until browned; add onion and cook until browned, about 4 minutes.
Add water, molasses, brown sugar, and mustard; bring to a boil.
Drain beans and add to pot; return to boiling, reduce heat to a slow simmer.
Cook 4 to 5 hours until beans are soft, adding water as necessary.
Season with salt and pepper.
Makes 20 servings.