Step-by-step Instructions: Soak beans overnight. Drain beans, put in large stockpot and cook for 2 hours (or longer, until soft) with 11 cups of water, kombu, 1 t. salt, and 8 cloves garlic. Or, you can use a pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 30 min. Meanwhile, sauté remaining garlic, onions, peppers in