Bean Soup

By Thom7747

This recipe is from the Hurst Bean Soup Recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried beans (any one kind or a mixture of many)
• 1 pound of ham, ham hocks, or smoked sausage
• 1 cup onions, chopped
• 1 (14.4 oz.) canned tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Preparation

Step 1

Soak beans overnight in 2 quart water or bring to a boil, turn off heat and soak for 1 hour.

After soaking, drain water, add 2 quarts of water and meat.

Bring beans to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 2-1/2 hours.

After simmering, add onion, tomatoes, chili powder, lemon and garlic. Simmer for another 30 minutes.

Add contents of ham packet 1 to 2 minutes before cooking is completed.

Salt and pepper to taste.