Mennonite Traditional Baked Beans

1. 1

   Put beans in a large saucepan, pour in enough water to cover. Soak beans overnight.

2. 2

   Drain beans, return to pan and add 3-4 cups fresh water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook until skins wrinkle; about 30 minutes.

3. 3

   In large covered roaster, combine salt, bay leaf, dry mustard, brown sugar, onion, ham bone and diced ham.

4. 4

   Drain beans and add to roaster.

5. 5

   Pour enough tomato juice over beans, just to cover.

6. 6

   Cover roaster and bake at 300u00b0F for 4 hours, adding additional tomato juice or water, as necessary.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.