Step 1: After the 24 hour soaking time, in a large pot cover the beans with water; bring to a simmer and cook until tender about (45-60 minutes) drain the beans, reserving the cooking water.
Step 2: Meanwhile preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 3: In a bowl mix together the maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, mustard powder, garlic powder, black pepper and salt.
Step 4: Set the slices of uncooked bacon in the bottom of a heavy casserole dish then sprinkle the onion on top
Step 5: Mix the beans with the maple mixture and pour them over the bacon and onion, adding in just enough water to cover the beans.
Step 6: Cover the casserole dish with a lid and cook in the oven for 5 hours, adding more water hourly as needed to the beans.
Step 7: Cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to brown up, then allow let cool slightly before serving.
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