Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat
oven to 325 degrees. Fry bacon in large, deep
sauté pan skillet until bacon has partially cooked
and released about 1/4 cup drippings. Remove bacon
from pan and drain on paper towels. Add onions and
peppers to drippings in pan and sauté until
tender, about 5 minutes. Add beans and remaining
ingredients bring to a simmer. (If skillet is not
large enough, add beans and heat to a simmer then
transfer to a large bowl and stir in remaining
ingredients). Pour flavored beans into a greased
13-by 9-inch (or similar size) ovenproof pan. Top
with bacon, then bake until beans are bubbly and
sauce is the consistency of pancake syrup, about 2
hours. Let stand to thicken slightly and serve.
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