Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: soak beans in water overnight. drain and put all ingredients in cooker. add 1 cup water and stir to blend. cover and cook on low 10 to 12 hours. can also spice it up with a few cloves of garlic, a half teaspoon of powdered ginger, and a good dash of worcestershire sauce. as an option, stir in 1 cup drained pineapple chunks during the last hour of cooking for a delicious fruity flavor.

Target recipe: do this a day before: place the beans in a large bowl. add enough cold water to cover the beans by 3 inches. let stand at room temperature overnight. the next day drain the beans very well in a colander; set aside. set oven to 350 degrees. in a large oven-proof dutch oven cook the bacon pieces until crisp (about 7-8 minutes). add in well-drained beans and all the remaining ingredients; mix well to combine and bring to a boil on top of the stove. transfer the pot to the oven. bake uncovered until beans are tender and the liquid thickens, stirring occasionally (about 3-1/2 - 4 hours). *note* this can be made a day ahead (even better as the flavors blend!) cover and refrigerate, just bring the beans to a simmer before serving.