Baked Beans (Newfoundland)

Olden-time baked beans with pork & molasses.

2 cups navy beans or white beans
6 cups water
1 medium onion, chopped
4 slices salt pork, 3” long x ½” thick
sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground
¼ cup molasses

Wash beans thoroughly and soak in water for one hour – drain and place in a large saucepan. Add water, onions, salt pork and molasses. Season to taste.

Cover, bring to a boil and simmer for 1½ hours. Stir occasionally. Cook until tender.

Makes 4-6 servings.