Basic Beans from Dried - Crockpot

By Katzen on April 02, 2010

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Ingredients

    1. 1 lb dried beans, picked over and rinsed
    2. 1 large onion, quartered (optional)
    3. 3 garlic cloves, crushed (optional)
    4. 2 bay leaves (optional)
    5. water

Directions

  1. Soak the beans in enough water to cover, plus an inch or two for 8 hours or overnight.
  2. Drain the beans and place them in a 5 1/2 to 6 quart slow cooker/crock pot. Add the onion, garlic, and bay leaves, if using, and enough water to cover, 6 to 8 cups. Cover and cook on high for 8 to 12 hours, or longer, depending on the type of bean.
 
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