15 Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

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