Instructions: Completely soften beans by soaking overnight. (Beans should be soft before mixing with sugars or syrups.) Drain, reserving 1 cup of liquid.

Put beans in crockpot. Add all remaining ingredients along with the 1 cup reserved bean liquid; mix well. Cover and cook on LOW 10 to 12 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally.

Cut ham from bone and return to crockpot. If thicker beans are desired, uncover and turn to HIGH during last hour of cooking.

Varation: Stir in 2/3 cup catsup and 2 tablespoons prepared mustard during last hour.

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