Wintery Day Bean Soup

By DebCooks

This is a great bean soup for a cold winter day.

Ingredients

• 2 c mixed dried beans (use a least 7 varieties of beans)
• 2 T salt
• 2 quarts water
• 2 c sliced ham or smoked sausage
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teas chili powder
• 1-28 oz can tomatoes, chopped
• 1 to 2 T lemon juice

Preparation

Step 1

Rinse beans and place in large kettle. Cover with water, add salt and soak overnight. Drain, add 2 quarts of water and ham. Simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Add onion, garlic, chili powder, tomatoes and lemon juice. Simmer 45 minutes.