Baked Beans

1. 1

   Soak dry beans using 8 cups water.

2. 2

   Add the 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to boiling, reduce heat.

3. 3

   Cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour.

4. 4

   Drain, reserving bean liquid.

5. 5

   Combine molasses, brown sugar, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Stir in 2 cups of the reserved bean liquid.

6. 6

   In a 2-quart bean pot or casserole, combine cooked beans, ham, onion and molasses mixture.

7. 7

   Cover and bake at 300u00b0 for 3 1/2 hours.

8. 8

   Stir beans occasionally.

9. 9

   Stir in a little of the reserved liquid or water for moistness if necessary.

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