Sweet and Tangy Beans

• 2 lbs dried great northern beans, sorted for stones rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons large onions, chopped
• 1 head garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 2 (12 ounce) cans cola
• 2 cups ketchup
• 1 cup molasses
• salt & freshly ground black pepper

1. Place beans in large bowl and add enough water to cover by 2 inches; let stand for at least 8 hours or overnight (refrigerate in hot weather).
2. Drain well.
3. Transfer to large pot and add enough fresh water to cover by 2 inches.
4. Bring to boil over high heat.
5. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are half-cooked, about 30 minutes.
6. Drain and transfer to the crock pot.
7. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large fry pan over medium-high heat.
8. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
9. Add beans, stir in cola, ketchup, and molasses.
10. Cover and cook on high until beans are completely tender, 6 to 7 hours.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Let stand 20 minutes before serving.

beans, vegetable oil, onions, garlic, cola, ketchup, molasses, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/sweet-and-tangy-beans-253425 (may not work)