Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup

Step 1

Rinse beans and drain. Sort any unwanted debris and set seasoning packet aside.

Step 2

Place beans, onions, ham bone, broth/water, garlic and chili powder in a 6qt slow cooker.

Step 3

Cook on high 5 hours (or low for 7-or until beans are tender.

Step 4

Once tender, remove the ham bone (if used) and chop any meat left on the bone and add it back to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in diced tomatoes, Ham Flavor packet, and lemon juice.

Step 6

Cook for additional 30 minutes.