Slow Cooker Sweet and Smoky Corn and Pinto Bean Stew - The Scramble

Ingredients

• 16 oz dry pinto beans (rinsed)
• 16 oz. frozen roasted corn (or use regular frozen corn kernels)
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium white or sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped into 1-inch(about 3 cups))
• 1/2 lb. smoked ham or soy chorizo (chopped)
• 16 oz. medium or spicy salsa
• 6 cups water
• 1 Tbsp. Smoked paprika
• 2 cloves garlic (minced, about 1 tsp.)
• 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (with a little of the sauce (optional))
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (for serving (optional))
• 1 cup tortilla chips (crushed, for serving (optional))