Light Baked Beans

Wash beans.

Cover with 4 cups water and let stand 2 hours. Drain.

Combine beans and 4 cups water in large pan and simmer, covered, about 1 hour.

Fry bacon with onion.

In bean pot or ovenproof dish, combine beans with liquid and rest of ingredients including bacon grease.

Cook and bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours at 350° until beans are tender.

Stir occasionally, adding water if necessary.

Remove cover last 30 minutes to brown; do not stir. Serves 6 to 8 people.