GlendaS 16 Bean Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 c 12 to 16 different varieties beans washed thoroughly
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 qt water
• ham or chicken pieces
• 1 large onion sliced thin
• 1 can tomatoes
• 1 pod red pepper or 12 tsp dried
• 1 tsp chili powder
• juice of 1 lemon and bit of peel
• salt and pepper to taste
• carrots basil garlic andor olive oil optional

Directions

1. Place beans in large kettle and cover with water
2. Add salt to beans and water soak overnight
3. Next morning drain and add 2 quarts water
4. Add some ham or chicken pieces
5. Boil slowly for 2 12 to 3 hours Add the rest of ingredients
6. Simmer another 30 minutes and serve with cornbread or crackers