Black Beans {Slow Cooker or Instant Pot}

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

olive oil, (then more for serving if desired)

1 1/2 cups

chopped yellow onion

medium red bell pepper, (chopped)

medium jalapeno pepper, (seeded and minced (optional))

2 tbsp

minced garlic ((6 cloves))

3 cups

low-sodium chicken broth

3 cups

water

1 lb

dry black beans, (picked over, rinsed and drained)

1 1/2 tsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

Mexican oregano*

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Queso fresco, cilantro, fresh lime (for serving (optional))