Slow Cooker White Beans and Smoked Ham Hocks

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

olive oil

medium onions, diced

large carrots, sliced

stalks celery, sliced

4 cloves

garlic, minced

1 tsp

dried thyme leaves

2 tbsp

dried parsley flakes

1 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

pepper

large meaty smoked ham hocks

1 lb

dried great northern beans (soaked overnight, directions here: Maple Baked Beans)

6 1/2 cups

chicken stock or water