On the 12th day of Christmas…I got some soup???
Then after the commotion is over, use your leftover ham to make this delightful and healthy Ham and Bean Soup. Merry Christmas!!!
1 pound mixed dry beans
Ham bone
1 1/2 cups ham, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
3/4 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup carrots, sliced or chopped
1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup tomato juice
6 cups water
2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 bay leaf
1 tsp prepared mustard
1/2 tsp chili powder
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1.Place beans in sauce pan. Cover with 6 cups water and soak overnight. Drain the liquid.
2.Combine remaining ingredients in slow cooker.
3.Cover and cook on LOW 9-11 hours or 5-6 hours on HIGH.
4.Remove bay leaf and ham bone before serving.
Makes 10 servings