Ingredients
1 tbsp vegetable oil (such as canola) 15 mL
4 slices bacon,* sliced 4
1 large onion, chopped 1
1/2 green pepper, chopped 1/2
5 cups cooked white pea beans 1 1/4 L
1 tsp salt 5 mL
1 (6 oz./170 mL) can of tomato paste 1
1/3 cup brown sugar 75 mL
1/4 cup maple syrup, dark corn syrup or molasses 50 mL
Preparation
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 (6 L) 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° F (180°C) for about 1 hour or until heated throughout. Add water if necessary to give desired consistency. If more colour is desired, remove cover from casserole during last 15-20 minutes of baking.
