Ingredients
1 pound dried great northern beans2 uncooked garlic-flavored pork sausage links3 bacon strips, diced1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes1 pound boneless lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes1-1/2 cups chopped onion3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried thyme4 whole cloves2 bay leaves2-1/2 cups chicken broth1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
Preparation
Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown sausage links; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add bacon to skillet; cook until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to slow cooker.
In bacon drippings, cook pork and lamb until browned on all sides. Place in slow cooker. Stir in beans and remaining ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until beans are tender. Discard cloves and bay leaves. Remove sausage and cut into 1/4-in. slices; return to slow cooker and stir gently.
