2 tbsp. each of 12 different kinds of dried beans
2 tsp. salt
2 ham hocks
3 qts. water
2 lg. onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. basil
2 tbsp. parsley
3 (1 lb.) cans tomatoes (pureed)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp. lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

1. Wash beans. Place in a large kettle and cover with water. Add 2 tsp. salt and soak overnight.

2. Drain beans and add 3 quarts water and ham hocks. Simmer 8-10 hours.

3. Add onions, celery, chili powder, basil, parsley, tomatoes, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

4. Simmer 30 minutes and serve. Freezes well. Serves 8-12. Red kidney beans Lima beans Pinto beans Navy beans Great Northern beans Black turtle beans Split green peas Barley White kidney beans Black eyed peas Yellow peas