Rinse dried beans, cover with 2 inches of water and let soak overnight or use the quick soak method. Once soaked, drain beans and set aside.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In a large dutch oven or oven safe pot, add the remaining ingredients.
Stir in beans, and cover.
Bake for 3-4 hours until mixture is thick and bubbly and beans are tender. Check beans once an hour to see if more water is needed. You may have to add up to 3 cups total.
Once baked, season with additional salt and pepper if needed.