Old Fashioned Baked Beans

Soak beans overnight or use the quick soak method.
After soaking, simmer beans with bay leaves and garlic for 1.5-2 hours.
Combine all ingredients except bacon in a baking dish.
Add beans, stir, and top with bacon.
Bake covered at 350°F for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for 40 more minutes.
Stir bacon into beans before serving.
Prep Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes | Servings: Varies