One of my main suggestions would be to learn to use a Dutch oven instead of a crock pot. Better flavors. I am in the throes of writing a long thread
about making stocks. Then stocks to sauces. A home made stock is all the difference in flavor.
I let it slow cook all night and it came out way better than expected! And I'm pretty sure the baked beans dissolved into the broth because theres no
sign of them at all! The Worcestershire sauce really made it delicious. Thanks to everyone for the help!