Madam Russell Baked Beans

1. 1

   Pick over beans and rinse.

2. 2

   Place in a large bowl; add water to cover.

3. 3

   Let stand overnight; drain.

4. 4

   Combine beans and onions in a large saucepan; add water to cover; heat to boiling; cover.

5. 5

   Simmer 45 minutes, or until skins of beans burst when you blow on several in a spoon.

6. 6

   Drain liquid into a small bowl.

7. 7

   Measure 1 cup of the bean liquid and combine with molasses, mustard, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl.

8. 8

   Layer half of the salt pork and all of the beans into an 8 cup bean pot.

9. 9

   Pour molasses mixture overtop; add just enough more saved liquid to cover beans.

10. 10

    Top with remaining salt pork, pressing down into liquid; cover.

11. 11

    Bake at 300F (150C) 4 hours, uncover.

12. 12

    Bake 1 hour longer, or until beans are deep brown, tender, and as dry as you like them.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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