Smoky Ham and Navy Bean Stew

By rrxing

Ingredients

• 1 lb cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (3 cups)
• 1 cup dried navy beans, sorted, rinsed
• 2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
• 1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
• 2 medium carrots, sliced (1 cup)
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

Step 1

In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except parsley.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 10 to 12 hours or until beans are tender. Stir in parsley before serving.