Old Fashioned Baked Beans

This one is great for impressing non-cookers because it is really easy to make.

Step: 1

Bring 10 cups water and navy beans to a boil in a large pot; cook at a boil for 2 minutes. Stir bacon, onion, brown sugar, molasses, and salt into the water.

Step: 2

Carefully pour the mixture into a slow cooker.

Step: 3

Cook on High, stirring occasionally, for 4 hours.

Step: 4

Stir 3 cups water into the mixture. Continue cooking until beans are tender, about 2 hours 15 minutes more.

Per Serving: 242 calories; protein 10.7g; carbohydrates 42.7g; fat 3.7g; cholesterol 8mg; sodium 416.9mg.