Multi-Bean Soup

• 1 (1 lb. 4 oz.) pkg. dried 15-bean soup mix
• 2 small ham hocks
• 3 qt. water
• 3 large cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 2 tsp. sugar
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Wash beans thoroughly and place in large bowl covered with water.
2. Cover and soak overnight; drain.
3. Place ham hocks in Dutch oven; add water, garlic, thyme and red pepper.
4. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat.
5. Simmer hocks for 1 1/2 hours.
6. Add beans and continue cooking for another hour.
7. Add remaining ingredients and cook for 30 minutes more
8. or until beans and vegetables are done.
9. Yields 10 servings.

ham hocks, water, garlic, thyme, red pepper, onion, carrot, stalks celery, green pepper, sugar, salt

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=776309 (may not work)