Suggested Toppings-- Diced red onions, tomatoes, avocado, cheese and cilantro

Rinse the beans, removing any dirt or crude beans. Add cold water in CrockPot slow cooker until it reaches 2 inches above the beans. Cut 4 shallow slices into the jalapeño. Place the chili along with the garlic into CrockPot. Add salt to taste. Cook for 5–7 hours on low heat setting. Serve in bowl topped with diced onions, tomatoes, avocado, cilantro and cheese.