Soaking time: 12 hours
Cooking time: 8 hours

We sampled these baked beans with duck at the Guay Bakery in Pointe-du-Lac, Québec. Marlene explains that the cooking time at the bakery is very long and takes place in several steps: this makes all the difference in color, taste and tenderness.

1. Soak the beans in water for 12 hours.
2. Cut the duck into pieces.
3. Place the beans and duck pieces into an oven-proof casserole or earthenware pot.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Add a spoonful of dry mustard and the brown sugar.
5. Add 3 liters of water, or enough to completely cover the beans.
6. Cover and bake in a 125 °C / 250 °F oven for 8 hours. Check occasionally to ensure the beans are still covered with water.
7. Remove from the oven and serve hot.