Slow Cooker Navy Bean Soup

By JAmero4702

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups dried Navy Beans
• 5 cups of water
• 1 carrot, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (8 oz) package cubed ham
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Dash of pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Soak beans in 5 cups of water for 12 hours and drain. Place place them in a dutch oven and cover with fresh water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

in 3 to 5 quart slow cooker, place carrot, celery, onion, and beans and water. Cover and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours. Add ham in the last half hour to warm through. Mash beans, if desired, to thicken soup