Boston Baked Beans

A New England Saturday-night tradition. Original recipe is hearty and quite sweet by modern taste — adjust molasses to your family's preference. · 1 quart pea beans (navy beans) · ¾ lb salt pork · ½ teaspoon mustard · 1⁄2 tablespoons molasses · 3 tablespoons sugar · 1 tablespoon salt · Boiling water to cover