White Bean Soup for a Crowd
This filling, affordable, and delectable white bean soup with ham is a great way to feed a large group of people.
Sort and wash beans according to package directions.
Place in a 3 1/2-quart or larger slow cooker.
Fill the cooker with water to capacity.
Soak without turning on the cooker 8 hours to overnight.
Drain excess water and refill cooker with fresh water.
Turn cooker to Low and cook until beans are soft about 8 hours.
Heat oil in a large soup pot over medium-low heat.
Add onions and carrots; cook stirring occasionally until onions are soft and carrots begin to soften about 5 minutes.
Add ham tomatoes and garlic and let simmer for another 5 minutes.