Soak the beans overnight in water plus 1 ... roasting dish. Brown bacon slightly in a skillet, drain ... disappearing, add water during the baking time.
Preheat oven to 350°F. In a Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until the ... low, add the beans, ketchup, molasses, sugar, preserves, ... minutes. Stir before serving.
Hambone may be used instead of hocks. Boil 2 cups navy beans in 8 cups water for ... hour. Meanwhile: saute bacon until wilted, discard most of ... thick, add more water.