Navy Bean Soup

Slow Cooker Navy Bean Soup Gluten Free

adapted from Taste of Home

4 medium carrots, thinly sliced 

4 celery ribs, diced

1 medium sweet onion, chopped 

1-1/2 cups dried navy beans 

4 cubes chicken bouillon, crumbled 

1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 

1 tsp sea salt 

1 teaspoon dried parsley 

1 teaspoon dried sweet basil 

1 teaspoon garlic powder 

1 bay leaf 

1/2 teaspoon pepper 

8 cups chicken broth

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Optional: Some people like ham or bacon in their navy bean soup. If you like that, you can add a cup or two of cooked ham or bacon.

Soak your navy beans in 8 cups of water overnight. Drain.

In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients, stir to blend.

Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until beans are tender. Discard bay leaf and serve.