"Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup is the ultimate in comfort food! Loaded with juicy ham and beans, this easy soup is delicious and satisfying!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 large white onion (diced)
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1 carrot (sliced)
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2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
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2 to 3 thyme sprigs
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45 ounces canned navy beans (or cannellini beans or Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained (3 15 ounce cans))
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4 cups low sodium chicken ( or vegetable stock)
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1 pound ham (cubed)
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 bay leaf (optional)