Hi Jill

I have my bean soup in the slow cooker as I speak. I think the
sweetener is to cut the acid taste of the tomato sauce. I used brown
sugar twin instead. I don't eat beans, but the broth tastes pretty
good. I added some oregano and garlic granules as per your recipe. I
soaked the whole package of beans and now have extra and am wondering
what to do with them. I'd like to freeze them for next time I make soup
or baked beans. Can I freeze them like they are or should they be
cooked first? You've been a big help...tia....Sharon