Black Beans

I use my fancy new crock pot that also has a saute setting on it to make these in one easy swoop.  

1 yellow onion
4 cloves garlic 
1 jalapeno
1 lb. dry black beans
1 tbsp. better than bulion
6 cups water
Juice from 1 lime
2 tsp salt
1 tsp cumin
2 bay leaves

Saute onion, jalapeno, and garlic for 1-2 minutes until jalapeno begins to soften.  Put in crock pot with remaining ingredients.  Cook on low for 6-8 hours.  Check at 3 and 5 hours to make sure beans are still covered in water - if beans aren't, add more water.  When beans are soft, you can simmer over medium heat for a few minutes to reduce any extra liquid.

Serve with crumbled cotija cheese and/or pico de gallo.