Ham N Beans in the crockpot

Sometimes there is nothing better then a giant pot of Ham and Beans. Rich and hearty nothing better for the dreary winter weather we had last week.

Ham N Beans

1 meaty ham bone (I saved mine from Christmas)
1bag of 16 bean mix (no spice packet)
4 cloves garlic minced
1/2 large onion chopped
1 Jalapeno chopped
3/4c chopped carrot
2 celery ribs chopped
1 bay leaf
1tsp paprika
1 can stewed tomatoes
Salt and Pepper

Simmer beans in enough water to cover them (salt the water) for 1 1/2 -2 hours  drain. In a large crock pot dump in chopped veggies, ham bone, beans spices tomatoes and just enough water to cover them. Give everything a good stir and then cook on low for 6-8 hours. When ready to eat pick any meat that has not already fallen off the bone and then discard the bones. Enjoy! Goes well with corn bread! Oh and it thickens the longer it sits.