1 lb. navy beans (do not soak)
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 onion
8 tbsp. brown sugar
1/2 lb. raw bacon, cut in small pieces
1 c. tomato juice
2 tbsp. molasses
1 tsp. dry mustard
4 c. boiling water (add more if necessary)
1 1/2 lb. ground beef, browned

Put all ingredients in crock pot. Cook 3-4 hours on high THE NIGHT BEFORE SERVING. Turn to low and cook overnight. Should be ready to serve by noon the next day.