Auntie Betty's Baked Beans

Directions

Wash beans; soak overnight in a large bowl with plenty of water.

Next day drain; place beans in a large pot in fresh water and bring to a boiling point.

Add 1 tablespoon baking soda.

Stir for a few minutes.

Drain in colander.

Rinse pot and return beans to pot with fresh water.

Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook until tender.

Add 1 tablespoon salt and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Drain; retain water.

In a large casserole mix beans, corn syrup, brown sugar, ketchup, sliced salt pork and diced Maui onions.

Bake in slow oven (275-300 degrees) for about 3 hours - or longer.

Add retained water, as needed.