Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup (Crock Pot)

• dried black beans↗1 lb
• diced ham1⁄2 lb
• chicken broth↗5 cups
• garlic powder↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• chili powder↗1⁄2 tablespoon
• ground cumin↗1 teaspoon
• black pepper↗3⁄4 teaspoon
• cornstarch↗1 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Soak beans overnight.

2. 2

   Drain and rinse.

3. 3

   Place in a pan, cover with water, and simmer on low for an hour.

4. 4

   Drain beans.

5. 5

   Place all ingredients except cornstarch in the crock pot.

6. 6

   Cook on high for 4 hours.

7. 7

   Use a slotted spoon to remove about 1 cup of cooked beans and ham.

8. 8

   Place them in a blender with a little bit of the broth and puree.

9. 9

   Return to crock pot.

10. 10

    Combine cornstarch with cold water in a bowl and mix.

11. 11

    Add to crock pot and mix.

12. 12

    Cook for an another 30 minutes or until broth thickens.