Soak any dry beans (12h), then drain water Add to slowcooker pot:

• tomato paste
• any sausage or other meat
• garlic
• oregano, cumin, chili, pepper, msg, butter
• any bouillon cube

cover with water + some, COVER WITH SEALED LID (important)

• Get it to boil then reduce to low (I put the dish in the microwave, faster)
• Cook until beans soft and delicious

Good optional:

• carrots, onions, whatever you have extra from the freezer