Slow-Cooked White Beans

Directions

1. 1
   In a large pot, place the beans and cover with water by 3 inches.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until the beans are just tender, about 1 hour and 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4
   Drain and set aside.
5. 5
   In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until brown and the fat is rendered, about 6 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the onions, cayenne, cajun seasoning, salt and pepper, and cook, stirring, until the onion is soft, about 4 minutes.
7. 7
   Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
8. 8
   Add the tomatoes and their juices and cook for 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Add the beer, molasses, sugar, stock, whiskey, mustard, Worcestershire and bay leaves.
10. 10
    Stire well and cook for 1 minute.
11. 11
    Add the beans and bring to a boil.
12. 12
    Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
13. 13
    remove the lid and continue to simmer until tender, about 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally and adding more water as needed to cover the beans.
14. 14
    Remove from heat, remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning to taste.