French Baked Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Soak beans overnight with 1/2 teaspoon soda.
2. 2
   In morning, drain and cover with fresh water.
3. 3
   In large heavy kettle, boil until tender with 2 pounds salt pork, cut into walnut sized pieces; add salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Add brown sugar and ginger.
5. 5
   Place kettle in oven or transfer to baking dish.
6. 6
   Bake 4 hours at 300°.
7. 7
   Add water if necessary.
8. 8
   Be sure not to burn.
9. 9
   Beans will have glazy top.