Bean Salad in Balsamic Vinaigrette

1 lb washed black-eyed peas picked over 6 c. water 1 x onion minced 3 x garlic cloves - (to 4) chopped or possibly pressed 1 x bay leaf     Salt to taste 1/3[...]

1 (19 ounce) can mixed beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14 ounce) can yellow beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14 ounce) can green beans , drained and rinsed 1/4-1/2[...]

1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans , rinsed and drained 1 (15 ounce) can black beans , rinsed and drained 1 cup diced peeled jicama 2 plum tomatoes , diced 1 yellow[...]