June 24, 2011

Fifteen Bean Soup

1 bag 15 bean mix
1 ham bone or ham hock
1 cup chopped onion
1 t. chili powder
2 T. lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
seasoning packet (if beans came with one)

Rinse beans.  Soak overnight.  Drain.  Put beans, ham bone, and 2 quarts of water into crockpot and cook 4 -6 hours on low.  About 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving add onions and spices.

Options:
*Add can of tomatoes or red pepper.
*Cook on stovetop:  Bring to boil and then simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

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