New Year'S Day Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. mixed beans (kidney, Northern, pinto, etc.)
3 qt. water
1 lb. diced ham
1 chopped onion
minced garlic clove
16 oz. can whole tomatoes
10 oz. can tomatoes with chilies

Preparation

Wash beans and soak 24 hours.
Drain.
In large Dutch oven, add beans, water, ham, onion, garlic and tomatoes.
Cover and boil.
Reduce heat and simmer 1 to 2 hours or until beans are tender.
Add tomatoes with chilies.
Simmer 30 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese and serve cornbread.
Serve generously with love and affection.
Sure to bring you health and prosperity for the new year.