Created by dienia b on July 31, 2024
Step 1: Soak beans in crock pot overnight, drain the next day.
Step 2: In a pan, heat bacon grease or oil in a Dutch oven and cook the onions until soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes.
Step 3: Add the smoked sausage and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Step 4: Add the veggies and garlic and cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 5: Add the tomato paste and seasonings and stir to combine and cook for another minute or two.
Step 6: Add to crockpot with beans.
Step 7: Add chicken broth and smoked ham hock to the pot.
Step 8: Cook low 6 hours.
Step 9: Shred the meat off the bone and return the meat to the pot and remove bay leaves.
Step 10: Season to taste.