Calico Ham And Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb dried bean mix, rinsed and drained,with stones removed
6 cups water
2 cups cubed cooked ham
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrot
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves
6 cups water
1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional

Preparation

Combine beans and 6 cups water in large saucepan.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
Drain, discarding cooking water, and rinse beans.
Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
Cover.
Cook on low 8-10 hours, or high 4-5 hours.
Discard bay leaves before serving.