"Note: Because liquid evaporates faster in the oven in heavy cast-iron Dutch ovens than in lighter pots, add an additional 1 1/2 cups water before cooking the beans in the oven if you are using a cast-iron Dutch oven...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound dried navy beans, about 2 cups, picked over and rinsed
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1 tablespoon baking soda
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6 ounces bacon, chopped
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1 yellow onion, chopped fine
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3 cups water
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4 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon molasses
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 teaspoon cider vinegar