Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. dried white beans
2 Tbsp. salt
2 qt. water
2 c. ham, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. chili powder
pepper to taste

Preparation

Rinse beans; place in large kettle.
Cover with water; add salt and soak overnight.
Drain; add 2 quarts water and ham. Simmer for 2 to 2 1/2 or 3 hours.
Add onion, garlic, chili powder, tomatoes and lemon juice.
Simmer for 45 minutes; add salt and pepper.