Famous Crockpot Ham and Beans Recipe

Crockpot Ham and Beans

1 lb dried great northern beans or other dried bean (mixed if
desired)
3 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
1 large sweet onions, chopped coarsely
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 lb smoked ham or ham hock
6 cups water or broth

1. Sort beans and soak in enough water to cover overnight.
2. Or you may sort them and place in a saucepan with 2-inches of
water to cover.
3. Bring them to a boil, boil for 3 minutes, then cover and remove
from heat.
4. Allow to sit for one hour after boiling (don’t lift the lid).
5. Whichever method you use, rinse and drain the beans before
placing them in the crockpot.
6. Put the rinsed beans, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, parsley,
cloves, ham (chopped into large chunks) or ham hocks into the
crockpot along with 6 cups water or broth.
7. Cover crock, and cook on low for about 8 hours, or until beans
are tender and creamy.
8. Skim any excess fat, if necessary, before serving.

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