1 1/2 lb. dry navy beans (or pinto) (3 1/2 c.)
1 lb. smoked ham or 1/2 lb. cubed salt pork
1/2 c. chopped onions
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. maple syrup
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 c. bean juice

Soak beans overnight in 7 cups water. Boil in same water for 1/2 hour. Save water. Put beans in crock pot. Add all remaining ingredients along with water. Mix well. Cover and cook on low 10-12 hours. (High 4-5 hours), stirring occasionally. Add extra water while cooking.