2 lbs. navy beans
1 1/2 to 2 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. dry mustard
4 tsp. light molasses
1/2 c. catsup
2 stalks celery, cut fine
2 sm. onions, cut fine
6 slices bacon, cut sm.

Soak beans overnight - cover with water and cook until skin breaks - (add 1 tablespoon salt to water while cooking). Drain and rinse. Add all other ingredients - plus water to almost cover. Bake at 275 degrees overnight or 4 to 6 hours. Taste and adjust seasoning.