Slow Cooker Fifteen Bean Soup
Slow Cooker Fifteen Bean Soup might be just the main course you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free, dairy free, and primal recipe has 259 calories, 14g of protein, and 12g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 6. It is perfect for Autumn. If you have bacon, meaty ham hock, canned tomatoes, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the cabbage you could follow this main course with the Cabbage That Tastes Like Dessert! as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 8 hours and 20 minutes.
Instructions
Place the ham hock in a 5 to 6 quart slow cooker, and fill half way full with water. Set to High.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the bacon for a few minutes, then add onions, carrots, and cabbage. Cook, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes. Stir in chili powder and garlic; cook for 2 more minutes.
Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker, and add beans, tomatoes, and sage.
Cover, and cook 2 hours on High. Reduce heat to Low, and cook for 6 to 7 hours, or until beans are tender.
Transfer ham hock to a cutting board, remove meat from bone, and return meat to slow cooker. Season with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.