Lima Bean and Kielbasa Soup

 

1

package (16 ounces) dried lima beans, sorted and rinsed

1

pound kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices

2

medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 cup)

2

medium stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 cup)

1

large onion, chopped (1 cup)

2

cloves garlic, finely chopped

6

cups water

1

teaspoon salt

1/2

teaspoon pepper

1

can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1 Mix all ingredients except tomatoes in 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
• 2 Cover and cook on high heat setting 10 to 12 hours or until beans are tender.
• 3 Stir in tomatoes.
• 4 Cover and cook on high heat setting about 15 minutes or until hot.