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Drain and rinse thoroughly. Place the beans, water, and bay leaf in a 4-quart or larger slow-cooker. Cook on low for a total of 11 hours. At 9 hours, 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the onion.

Add the beans to a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven and cover them with water by a few inches. Add the halved onion, jalapeño, cumin seeds, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes.