Cuban Black Beans and Rice

I'm not sure if this authentic "Cuban", but Betty Crocker says it is, and who's gonna argue with her?

• Ready In: 6 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  cups dried black beans, sorted and rinsed
• 1  cup onion, chopped
• 1 1⁄2 cups bell peppers, chopped
• 5  garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2  bay leaves
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 5  cups water
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 4  teaspoons ground cumin
• 2  teaspoons  jalapenos, finely chopped (remove seeds, carefully)
• 1  teaspoon salt
•  cooked rice

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients in a crockpot.
2. Cover and cook on high for 6-8 hours, or until beans are tender.
3. Remove bay leaves before serving.
4. Serve over rice.