Ham And Bean Soup

Total Time: 3 hrs 25 mins Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ingredients

• 2 (15 ounce) cans beans, rinsed
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
• 2 1/2 cups cooked ham, cubed
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic and herbs, do not drain
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 28 ounces low sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups fresh kale or 2 cups spinach, torn into small pieces
• parmesan cheese

Recipe

• 1 in crock pot, combine beans, ham, carrots, onion and pepper. stir in undrained tomatoes and broth. cover and cook on low for 6-8 hrs or high for 3-4 hours. stir in kale or spinach just before serving. sprinkle each serving with parmesan cheese, if desired.