Traditional Baked Beans

Step 1

Wash beans and boil for 1 hour.

Step 2

Add the bay leaf, garlic, onion and parsley.

Step 3

Bring to a boil again.

Step 4

Cover loosely and let simmer for 45 minutes until the beans are tender.

Step 5

Drain, putting the beans in a casserole dish.

Step 6

Sauté the celery and tomatoes in the oil for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add salt, pepper, oregano, basil.

Step 8

Boil for 10 minutes stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Stir this mixture into the beans, cover and bake at 250 degrees for two hours.