Remove spice pack from mason jar. Rinse beans and place in a large stock pot. Add water until beans are covered by 1 inch of water. Bring to boil over high heat, and let boil for 1 minute. Cover and let soak for 1 hour.

Return beans to stock pot, add spice packet, tomatoes and water. Bring to boil over high heat, reduce to simmer, and cook for 1 1/2-2 hours. Cook until beans are very tender and soup is very thick.