1 1/2-2 lb. yellow eyed &/or pea beans
Water
1 tsp. baking soda for soaking

Place beans in large pan, cover with cold water and add baking soda. Cover pan and soak several hours or overnight. Bring beans to a boil, then simmer 10 minutes. Drain.

Mix together: 2/3 c. molasses 8 tbsp. brown sugar 3 tsp. dry mustard 3 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper

1 peeled onion

Place 1/2 the bacon in the bottom of a crock pot. Add drained beans and the molasses mixture. Top with the rest of the bacon. Add 1 peeled onion. Cook on medium setting for 10-12 hours or overnight. If more liquid is needed, add water.