BAKED NORTHERN BEANS 
2 c. navy beans
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. diced ham or bacon
5 tbsp. brown sugar
5 tbsp. molasses
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dry mustard
1 onion
1/2 c. ketchup

Soak beans with 1/2 teaspoon baking soda overnight in water to cover. Boil in same water for 3/4 hour. Drain and wash beans. Add ham or bacon, sugar, molasses, onion, mustard, ketchup and salt. Cover with water. Bake at least 3 hours at 350 degrees. May require more water during baking.

 

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