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Soak beans overnight.
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Drain and rinse.
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Place in a pan, cover with water, and simmer on low for an hour.
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Drain beans.
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Place all ingredients except cornstarch in the crock pot.
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Cook on high for 4 hours.
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Use a slotted spoon to remove about 1 cup of cooked beans and ham.
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Place them in a blender with a little bit of the broth and puree.
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Return to crock pot.
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Combine cornstarch with cold water in a bowl and mix.
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Add to crock pot and mix.
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Cook for an another 30 minutes or until broth thickens.