Ham and Bean Soup

We had this last night and it was delicious. For the beans I used about 3/4 cup large lima beans, 1 cup white beans, 1 cup black beans, and 1 cup pinto beans. My husband said the limas were what made the soup stand out.

Ham and Bean Soup

1-2 pounds (3-4 cups) dry beans

2 cups stock

4 cups water (plus more for soaking beans)

2 bay leaves

1-2 tsp paprika

1-2 tsp dried parsley

4 cups cooked ham, chopped

pepper to taste

1. Soak beans (using either quick soak or overnight soak).

2. Drain and rinse beans; place in crock pot. Add all other ingredients. Cook on high for about 4-6 hours.