Spanish Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 tsp. oil
1 medium onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
3 cans chicken broth
2 c. water
2 slices ham, cubed (approximately 4 oz.)
2 cans chickpeas or garbanzo beans, drained
2 potatoes, cut into large cubes
2 chorizo sausage links, sliced
1/8 tsp. saffron (optional)

Preparation

Heat oil on medium; saute onion and garlic for 1 minute.
Add remaining ingredients.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer for at least 2 hours.
Let cool slightly before serving for maximum flavor.
Serve with toasted Cuban or French bread for dipping.