SOUP!

[debskis]

Time to dust-off the crockpot! Fall is definitely my favorite time of year for cooking-up some warmth with yummy and hearty soups, stews, & chilis!

Here's one of my family's favorites:

BEST EVAH BEAN & HAM SOUP

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb bag of dried white beans
1 C diced carrots
1 C cubed ham steak (and bone if you have one!)
1 med yellow onion - diced
2 C chicken broth
4 C water
1 Bay Leaf
Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Beano

HOW TO:
1. Rinse and soak beans according to package directions (I usually use the boil and sit for an hour method cuz I never seem to remember to soak them the night before!)

2. Once soaked beans are rinsed again, put them into your crockpot with the above ingredients and stir.

3. Cover and cook on LOW 8-10 hours, or HIGH 6-8 hours. I like to use my potato masher before serving to gently smoosh the beans a bit to give it a thicker texture.

4. Remove ham bone and bay leaf, chew 3 Beanos with your first bite and enjoy!