Rinse beans well

Quick soak beans according to package (or place in large pot and add water 2 inches above beans, bring to a boil, cover and remove fom heat, let soak for 1 hour)

In crockpot: 1. Add all ingredients except lime juice and olive oil to pot and cook until beans reach desired softness (approx.4 hrs)

2. Season with more salt and pepper to taste and add lime juice

On stove top: 1.Heat olive oil in large pot

2. Add miropoix and garlicand saute on med-hi heat until onions appear translucent (5 mins)

3. Add all remaining ingredients except cilantro and lime juice and bring too boil

4. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 mins then add cilantro and continue simmering for 15 more mins.

5. Finish with lime juice and enjoy