Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. mixed beans (13 different kinds)
2 qt. water
ham or ham hock
1 large onion, chopped
1 large can tomatoes, chopped
1 pod red pepper OR 1 tsp. chili powder OR 1 small can chopped green chiles
juice of one lemon
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Wash beans, cover with water and soak overnight.
Add the 2 quarts water and ham or ham hock.
Bring to a boil.
Simmer 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
Add all other ingredients and simmer another 30 minutes.