Baked Bean Delight - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. dried beans (try a mixture of various beans or use canned beans)
1 c. water
1 c. apple juice
1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
1 Tbsp. molasses
1/4 c. ketchup
1/4 tsp. vinegar
1/4 tsp. prepared mustard
1/4 c. chopped tomato or green pepper

Preparation

Bring apple juice and water to a boil.
Add beans and cook until almost tender, about 2 hours.
Drain beans, saving liquid, and add all other ingredients except vegetables.
Cover and bake in a 250\u00b0 oven for 2 to 3 hours.
Uncover for last 1/2 hour of baking and add tomato or green pepper.
If beans get dry, add some of the bean liquid.