Baked Beans Rick's Style

1 lb navy beans or 1 lb kidney beans or 1 lb red beans or 1 lb black beans or 1 lb pinto beans 1 small onion , chopped fine (optional) 7 cups water 1/4 cup[...]

2 cups navy beans , soaked overnight and cooked till tender 1/3 cup brown sugar or 1/3 cup sorghum or 1/3 cup molasses 1 onion , chopped 1 cup fresh tomatoes[...]

3 (15 ounce) cans pork and beans, . (I prefer Van Camp's brand, drained, with pork cubes removed) 8 slices bacon or 1/2 cup bacon bits or 3/4 lb smoked ham 1[...]