Nine Bean Soup
2
cups Nine Bean Soup Mix
1
clove garlic
2
qts water
1/2
teaspoon salt
1 1/2
lbs ham
1
teaspoon oregano
1
large onion
1
teaspoon chili powder
1
cup celery
1
can tomatoes (28oz)

Wash beans in strainer under running water, drain. Place beans in a large saucepan, add enough water to cover 2 inches above the beans. Soak overnight. Drain beans. Dice ham, chop the onion and celery, mince up the garlic, and add to the beans. Add 2 Qts. of water and spices. Cover and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Cut up the tomatoes and add the liquid from them and simmer 30 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

nine bean soup
Yields 17 servings of 1 cup. Originator: Helen Lillian Hilback Wescott


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