To start off the cooking process, you need to boil the beans at least three times, before you add in any of the other ingredients. So, bring to a boil and drain, and do the same step two more times. Once this is done add into your pot 1 1/2 liters of water, toss in all the ingredients, stir and let boil for one hour at medium heat. Kali Orexi! Enjoy!!