Baked Beans

Directions

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 300° 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.