15 Bean Soup

• 1 pkg. bean mix
• 2 Tbsp. salt
• 2 qt. water
• ham, ham hock or ring of smoked sausage, chopped
• 1 large chopped onion
• 1 large can tomatoes
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 clove minced garlic
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Wash bean mix thoroughly; place in pot and cover with water and 2 tablespoons salt.
2. Soak overnight.
3. In the morning, drain and add 2 quarts water.
4. Add ham, ham hock or sausage.
5. Bring to boil.
6. Simmer slowly for 2 1/2 hours.
7. Add onion, tomatoes, chili powder, lemon juice, garlic and salt and pepper.
8. Simmer slowly 30 minutes.
9. A can of stewed tomatoes can be added instead of regular tomatoes (adds a special taste).
10. Serve with salad and crackers or corn bread.
11. Better the second day!

bean mix, salt, water, ham, onion, tomatoes, chili powder, lemon juice, garlic, salt

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=229236 (may not work)