2 cups nine bean soup mix (about)
1/2 tsp. salt (or to taste)
2 quarts water
1 large onion, chopped
1 lb. ham, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes (undrained), chopped
1 (10 oz.) can tomato and green chilies

Cover beans only with water, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.

Add remaining ingredients, simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Can add Nature's Seasons (?), hot sauce and black pepper to taste.

Submitted by: Phyllis Chittum