1 lb. dry navy beans
6 c. cold water
1 tsp. salt
1 (8 oz.) pkg. bacon
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/4 c. molasses
1 med. onion, cubed
2 tsp. dry mustard

Rinse beans. Combine beans and water in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Cover, heat to a boil; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour or overnight. Add salt, simmer partially covered 1 hour or until beans are tender. Drain, reserving liquid.

Cut bacon into 1" pieces. Combine bacon, brown sugar, molasses, onion and dry mustard with beans in Dutch oven or 2 quart bean pot. Add 1 3/4 cup reserved liquid. Bake, uncovered in 300 degree oven for 5 hours. Add additional water if necessary. Makes 12 (1/2 cup) servings.