New England-Style Pork and Beans

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Simmer the soaked beans in fresh water until barely tender; reserve the cooking liquid.

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1 pound dried navy beans, soaked overnight

6 ounces salt pork, diced

1 large onion, chopped

1/3 cup molasses

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1 teaspoon salt

4 cups hot bean cooking liquid, as needed

Soaking the beans overnight helps reduce cooking time and improve texture.

For more flavor, brown the pork well before adding the beans.

Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to your taste.

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