Muskoka Baked Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb dried white bean
11 cups water
1/2 lb bacon, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup ketchup
2/3 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch baking soda

Preparation

Wash and sort beans. Pour 6 cups of water over them in a large saucepan. Let stand overnight.
Bring the beans to a boil and boil for two minutes. Drain and add 5 cups of water. Boil again and reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1/2 hour. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of water.
Saute the bacon until not quite crisp. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft.
Preheat oven to 250\u00b0F
In a large casserole with a tight lid, place the onions, garlic, bacon, beans and the pan drippings. Add the reserved water and remaining ingredients. Mix well.
Cover and bake, stirring occasionally, for 2 hours. Uncover and bake until tender and slightly thick, about another 30 minutes.