Horn & Hardart's Baked Beans

Directions

Drain the beans and place them in a large saucepan.

Add fresh water to cover the beans.

Bring the water to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, until beans are almost tender, about 45 minutes to an hour.

Drain.

Preheat oven to 250 degrees.

Place the beans in a baking pot or casserole.

Stir in the onions, bacon, sugar, dry mustard, cayenne, molasses, vinegar, tomato juice, and 1 cup water.

Bake the beans uncovered until very tender, about 4 hours.

Check the beans occasionallu while baking and add more water if necessary, to prevent the mixture from drying.

Season with salt to taste.