Multi-Bean Soup

 

1

package (20 ounces) 15- or 16-dried bean soup mix, sorted and rinsed

1/2

pound smoked beef sausage ring, cut into 1/4-inch slices

1

large onion, chopped (1 cup)

10

cups water

1 1/2

teaspoons dried thyme leaves

1

teaspoon salt

1/2

teaspoon pepper

2

medium carrots, shredded (1 1/3 cups)

1

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

• 1 Mix all ingredients except carrots and tomatoes in 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
• 2 Cover and cook on high heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until beans are tender.
• 3 Stir in carrots and tomatoes.
• 4 Cover and cook on high heat setting about 15 minutes or until hot.