"The slow cooker makes this bean soup a snap to prepare, and it makes a great meal with hot baked cornbread or fresh baked bread...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 meaty ham bone
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2 cups Navy beans or mixed beans, washed, sorted, and soaked overnight
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8 c. water (3 c. more may be added after bone is taken out, then cook some more)
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1 clove garlic, minced (or 1/2 tsp. garlic powder)
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1 bay leaf
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1 lg. onion, chopped
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1 tbsp. lemon juice
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1 tbsp. honey
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Salt & pepper, to taste