Cozy Crockpot Bean Soup A Classic Ham n Bean Delight

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) dried mixed beans (navy, kidney, pinto, great northern), rinsed and picked over
• 8 cups (1.9 liters) low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 celery stalks, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 pound (450g) cooked ham, diced (or leftover ham bone)
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish