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CROCK POT BLACK BEAN SOUP

By DENISE
This hearty, healthy black bean soup is easily made in the crock pot or on top of the stove
- 1 pound package dried black beans
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth (can use beef broth or 1 can of each)
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped (could use jalapeno or chili pepper)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ham bone or 1 cup cooked ham (could use salt pork or bacon, too)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne or few drops of hot sauce