Original Bean Soup

Description

Contributed by Paula in California at Catsrecipes Y-Group

Ingredients

• 1 packet (16-ounces) 15 or 10 bean soup mix, with Cajun seasoning included
• 2 ham hocks or ½ pound ham steak
• 1 can (12-ounces) beer
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped, (up to 4)
• 1 can stewed Mexican tomatoes
• 1 can diced tomatoes and chilies
• 1 pound hot Polish sausage
• ½ pound raw, boneless chicken breast

Directions

1. Sort and rinse beans.
2. Combine beans, 7 cups water, beer, ham hocks, seasoning packet in large 6 – 8 quarters pan.
3. Bring to boil and reduce to a rapid simmer.
4. Add chopped onions, celery, garlic and tomatoes to pan.
5. Simmer, covered, for at least 2 hours.
6. Remove ham meat, chop fine, and add rest of meat, cut into small chunks.
7. Simmer for 1½ hours more until beans are soft.