4 slices bacon
1 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
2 cans (15 oz. each) pinto beans
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. tomato ketchup
1/4 c. molasses
1 tbsp. Dijon style mustard
1/2 tsp. powdered ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

PREPARATION:

1. Slice bacon into 1/2 inch strips.

2. Saute bacon, onion and garlic for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Drain beans. Combine beans, onion mixture and remaining ingredients in a 1 quart casserole.

4. Bake covered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

5. Uncover. Bake 30 minutes longer.

6. Serve beans with barbecued meat or chicken.