1. Rinse beans and place in a large pot. 2. Cover beans with 5 cups cold water. 3. Bring water to a boil; reduce heat. 4. Simmer for 2 minutes. 5. Remove from heat. 6. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. 7. Drain and rinse the beans. 8. Alternatively, soak the beans overnight in cold water in a covered pan, then drain and rinse. 9. In a 4 quart crock pot combine beans, 4 cups fresh water, tomatoes with juices, onion, bouillon, garlic, Italian seasoning and pepper. 10. Cook on low-heat setting for 11 to 13 hours or on high heat setting for 5 1/2 to 6 1/2. 11. Thirty minutes before serving, thaw green beans and stir into soup. 12. Cook soup for 30 minutes more on high-heat until frozen beans are cooked and tender. 13. Serve with garlic bread and a salad for a complete meal. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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