Eat It

Instructions

1

Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees.
2

Fry bacon in large, deep skillet until bacon has partially cooked and released about 1/4 cup drippings. Remove bacon from pan and drain on paper towels.
3

Add onions and peppers to drippings in pan and sautÃ© until tender, about 5 minutes. Add beans and remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. (If skillet is not large enough, add beans and heat to a simmer then transfer to a large bowl and stir in remaining ingredients).
4

Pour flavored beans into a greased 13-by 9-inch (or similar size) ovenproof pan. Top with bacon, then bake until beans are bubbly and sauce is the consistency of pancake syrup, about 2 hours.
5

Let stand to thicken, then serve.