VEGETARIAN MOLASSES BAKED BEANS

Vegetarian Molasses Baked Beans image

Provided by Doreen Fish

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 c dried navy beans
1 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tsp dried basil leaves
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 c boiling water
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 c molasses
1/4 c ketchup
3 Tbsp maple syrup
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 medium onions ,chopped
8 whole dried apricots chopped into small pieces
1 can(s) 28 oz diced tomatoes

Steps:

1. The night before place beans in a colander and rinse under cold water. Place the beans in the crock pot and cover with fresh cold water to cover by 2 inches.Leave to soak overnight for at least 8 hours or up to 12. The next day drain the beans and rinse again. Put the beans in a pot and cover with 5 cups cold water . Heat to boiling and cook until tender approx 30 mins.Drain. In a small bowl mix together the cinnamon, basil and pepper. Set aside. In a heat safe bowl mix together the boiling water, molasses, maple syrup, vinegar, oil, and ketchup. Mix well and set aside. Place half the beans in the crock pot. Sprinkle with half the apricots and onions. Evenly pour half the tomatoes over top. Sprinkle with half the spice mixture. Repeat. Pour water/ molasses mixture over top, making sure that the liquid is mixed in. Cover and cook on low 8 -10 hours or high 4 - 5 hours.