Step 1

Rinse and sort the beans, discard any debris.

Step 2

Add to the slow cooker, no need to presoak.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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