Ingredients

  • 1 lb great northern beans or 1 lb navy beans
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2/3 cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato juice
  • salt

Method

  • Drain the beans and place them in a large saucepan. Add fresh water to cover the beans.
  • Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer.
  • uncovered, until beans are almost tender, about 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 250°F.
  • Place the beans in a baking pot or casserole dish.
  • Stir in the onions, bacon, sugar, dry mustard, cayenne, molasses, vinegar, the tomato juice, and 1 cup of water.
  • Stir the beans occasionally while baking and add more water if necessary, to prevent the mixture from drying.
  • Season with salt to taste.