New England Baked Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. navy beans (1 1/2 lb.)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 c. catsup
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. water
2 tsp. dry mustard
1 Tbsp. dark molasses
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 lb. bacon

Preparation

Simmer beans in 9 cups unsalted water for 30 minutes.
Allow to stand, covered, for 1 1/2 hours or until beans are softened. Drain and put in crock-pot.
Add remaining ingredients except bacon; mix well.
Place bacon strips on top.
Cover and cook on low 10 to 12 hours or on high 4 to 6 hours.
Stir occasionally.