Calico Ham and Bean Soup

By adventurefamily5

Ingredients

• 1 Ib. dry bean mix, rinsed and drained with stones removed
• 6 cups water
• 2 cups cubed, cooked ham
• 1 cup chopped onions
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 tsp, dried oregano
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp. liquid smoke (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine bean and 6 cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Drain, discarding cooking water, and rinse beans.
2. Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
3. Cover. Cook on low 8-10 hours. Discard bay leaves before serving.