Sweet "n" Sour Beans (Crock Pot)

I found this recipe in a Taste of Home magazine. My family really likes it. I usually take them to potlucks, family reunions and church get togethers.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 15-20

Ingredients

• 8  slices bacon, strips diced
• 2  medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
• 1  cup  packed brown sugar
• 1 1⁄4 cups cider vinegar
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 1⁄4 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 (16 ounce) can  baked beans, undrained
• 1 (15 1/2ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 1/2ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.
2. In the drippings, saute onions until tender.
3. Add brown sugar, vingear, salt, mustard and garlic powder. Bring to a boil.
4. In a slow cooker, combine beans and peas. Add onion mixture and bacon; mix well. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until heated through.