Boil 2 minutes and remove from heat. Let soak 1 hour. Bring to a boil aga in and then simmer approx. 45 min or until cooked but not soft or mushy. Drain beans. Put in the crockpot. Mix the rest of the ingredients together and stir into the beans. Turn on low and cook 10 - 12 hours. Or Add 1/2 cup tomato juice. Cover tightly and cook in 200 oven overnight. I've also just baked this at 325 for about 3 hours.