A good hearty bean soup with ham can't be beat.
Bean soup with smoked ham is a wonderful dish that can be made for any occasion. The added smells are a wonderful byproduct for your kitchen. This recipe is simple in its composition and the slow cooker does all the heavy lifting while you are away from the kitchen. The smokey ham carries its flavor throughout the dish. This a hearty meal that goes so well with hot buttered corn muffins.
Instructions
1. Put the beans in a bowl, cover with water and soak overnight.
2. Drain the beans and place the beans in the slow cooker. Add the smoked ham and bone, onion, garlic, bay leaves and carrots to the slow cooker.
3. Add water to the slow cooker to cover the beans. Cook on low for seven hours.
4. Remove the meat and bone from the slow cooker. Cut the meat into pieces. Remove the bay leaves.
5. Puree some of the beans and return to the soup to thicken. Stir in the ham pieces and olives. Add the pepper and salt as needed. Serve in bowls.
Tags: slow cooker
