Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans, and bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain beans; set aside.

Wipe pan with a paper towel.

Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add onion, kielbasa, and garlic; saute10 minutes or until onion is tender. Add cumin, and saute 1 minute. Return beans to pan. Add water and next 3 ingredients; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour and 10 minutes or until beans are tender; remove bay leaf. Stir in vinegar and hot sauce. Yield: 15 cups (serving size: 1 cup).