Crock Pot Black Beans

 I got this recipe from the mother of my Guatemalan daughter-in-law.  There are no amounts for the onions, garlic, salt and thyme. These beans also make great refried beans.  

Black Beans, Crock Pot

Ingredients

• 1 1lb bag of dried Black beans
• 1 tsp. Baking soda
• 1-2 Onions
• 4 cloves Garlic
• Salt, to taste
• Thyme

Directions

1. Cover beans with water and baking soda. Let set 1 hour or longer.
2. Drain beans.  
3. Add beans to crock pot, and add onions, garlic, salt and thyme.  Cover with water.
4. Cook 4-5 hours on High.