Place all ingredients in a large casserole dish and season generously. Stir to combine and cover tightly with a lid or foil.
Turn your oven on to 140C (280F) and bake overnight for approximately 7 – 8 hours or until beans are soft and the sauce has thickened. If they look a little dry, add more water.
Shred ham hock meat and discard the skin and bone or slice pancetta. Enjoy.