Preparation:
Clean and soak beans overnight. Cover with water by 2.5".
Preheat oven to 300.
Water should be covering the beans by only 1/2".
Add remaining ingredients and stir.
Bake at 300F for 4 hours. Check water level and doneness. Add more water if necessary and continue cooking if necessary. It should take 5-6 hours total. Remove cover for last 1/2 hour. Salt and pepper to taste. | 