2 c. nine bean soup mix
2 qts. water
1 lb. ham, diced
1 lg. chopped onion
1 minced garlic clove
1/2 to 3/4 tsp. salt
1 (16 oz.) can crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 (10 oz.) can tomatoes and green chilies, undrained

Sort and wash 2 cups bean mix. Place in a Dutch oven. Cover with water 2 inches above beans and let soak overnight. Drain beans; add next 5 ingredients. Cover 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. Yields: 8 cups soup.