Congressional Bean Soup (Crockpot)

Directions

Soak beans overnight if desired.

Add the beans, water, ham, onions, celery, parsley, salt, black pepper and bay leaves to a slow cooker or Crockpot.

Cook on low setting for 8 hours or until the beans are tender.

Variations

• Use beef stock instead of water, don’t add salt if you use seasoned stock
• a ham bone may be used instead of diced ham
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme may be added