Ham and Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 4 strips bacon
• 2 cups carrots
• 4 cups water
• 2 sprigs thyme
• 1 lb. dried Navy beans
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 2 cups onions
• 2 cups ham
• 3 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 ham bone