Super Baked Beans

Directions

Place the beans in a bowl.

Add enough water to cover and soak overnight.

The next day, drain the beans.

Combine the beans, tomatoes, lemon-lime soda, ¼ cup water, bacon, salt and pepper in a 4-quart Dutch oven.

Cook, over high heat, until the mixture comes to a boil.

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.

Stir in the remaining ingredients, cover, and simmer for an additional 1 hour.

Pour the hot bean mixture into a 3-quart casserole, cover, and bake in a preheated 250 Degree Foven for 4 hours. Uncover, and bake an additional 30 minutes or until the beans are tender.