Calico Ham and Bean Soup

From The Fix It And Forget It...Crockpot book. Superb taste, and very easy.

• Ready In: 5 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1  lb  dried bean mix, rinsed and drained,with stones removed
• 6  cups water
• 2  cups  cubed cooked ham
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 1  cup  chopped carrot
• 1  teaspoon dried basil
• 1  teaspoon dried oregano
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 2  bay leaves
• 6  cups water
• 1  teaspoon liquid smoke, optional

Directions

1. Combine beans and 6 cups water in large saucepan.
2. Bring to boil.
3. Reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
4. Drain, discarding cooking water, and rinse beans.
5. Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
6. Cover.
7. Cook on low 8-10 hours, or high 4-5 hours.
8. Discard bay leaves before serving.