Instructions: Soak beans overnight in cold water enough to cover. Drain. Out 4 c. water in crock pot with bullion cubes. Add chopped veggies, beans and sage. Cook 3 hours or better on high. Add barley, salt & pepper and liquid smoke. Cook another hour. Voila!

Hint: Prepare this before going out for the day, add liquid smoke and barley one hour before eating. Time will vary with crock pots and temperature but this is a SIMPLE recipe. NO FAT.

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