Combine beans. I mix mine in a large
glass pickle jar. They look great and are always ready to make a
great pot of soup.
To make one batch of soup:Measure
about 3-3/4 cups of beans. Wash beans; place in a large kettle (6
qt. Dutch oven); add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil; cook
for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour.
Drain and rinse beans. Return to kettle; add spices and water.
Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2-3 hours or until beans
are tender, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and heat through.
5 packages (16 oz.
each) dried beans: lima, great northern, kidney,
pinto, and split peas (enough for four batches of soup)
3 beef bouillon cubes
3 T. dried chives
1 t. dried savory
1 t. salt
1/2 t. ground cumin
1/2 t. pepper
1 bay leaf
2-1/2 quarts water
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) stewed tomatoes
I never liked beans when I was a kid, but
this soup has changed my mind. My 14-year-old daughter also loves
it! Add Oatmeal
Rolls and a salad and you have a complete meal..
This soup gets better
every time you warm it up.
