Slow Cooker Pinto Bean and Bacon Soup

Step 1

Rinse and sort the beans, discard any debris. Add to the slow cooker, no need to presoak.

Step 2

Add the onion, carrots, celery, jalapeno, bacon, thyme and chicken broth. Wait to add the ham flavor packet. Stir.

Step 3

Cover and cook on HIGH for 7 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.

Step 4

When the cooking time is up, sprinkle over the included ham flavor packet. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir.

Step 5

Serve and enjoy!!