1 pkg. 15 bean soup mix
1 ham hock

Wash beans. Add 2 teaspoons salt. Put in large pan of cold water and cook 15 minutes. Turn off and let set 15 minutes. Drain. Add meat and water. Cook 2 hours. Add:

1 lg. onion
1 lg. can tomatoes
1 pod red pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt & pepper to taste

Simmer another 30 minutes or so. Serve with crackers or cornbread.