Old Time Baked Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lbs white navy beans
2 medium onions, chopped
4 celery ribs, chopped
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
5 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Soak beans overnight in water, then boil until tender (not mushy) Note: Soaking is not mandatory but it reduces boiling time.
Drain water and put beans in a large heavy pot or crock.
(5 liter Corningware works well) Add all ingredients together and mix.
Add enough water to cover beans.
Cover and bake at 325 degrees for about 6 hours.
Check beans while they are baking to add water to ensure they do not go dry.