1 pound dried navy beans, soaked overnight and drained
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
4 cups water (or as needed to cover beans)
8 ounces thick-cut bacon, cooked and chopped (or smoked ham hocks)
Directions
