Instructions: In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add bacon, onion and green pepper and cook until onions and pepper begin to soften.

Transfer mixture into a 5-6 quart (6L) casserole or bean pot. Add beans and mix. Combine tomato paste, salt, sugar and syrup or molasses and stir into bean mixture. Bake covered at 350 degrees F (150C) for about 1 hour, or until heated throughout. Add water if necessary to give desired consistency. If more color is desired, remove cover from casserole during last 15-20 minutes of baking.

Yield:8 servings.

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