Da Best Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. nine bean soup mix
2 qt. water
1 lb. diced ham
1 large chopped onion
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. salt
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 (10 oz.) can tomatoes and green chilies

Preparation

Sort and wash 2 cups bean mix.
Soak beans overnight in water. Drain beans and add 2 quarts fresh water, ham, onion, garlic, salt and and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.
Add remaining ingredients.
Simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Yield:
8 cups.