1/2 pound dried garbanzo beans or fava beans

water -- to cover 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1 tablespoon chopped parsley

4 green onions -- chopped

2 cloves garlic -- minced

1 teaspoon cumin

1 pinch baking soda

salt and pepper -- to taste water -- to moisten, optional olive oil -- for frying

Rinse dried beans under running water; place in the slow cooker and cover with water (at least 2 inches over top of beans) Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours. Pour off water; rinse under cold water and allow to drain. Place cooked beans in a food processor