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664.0. "Mixed Bean Soup" by TLE::EIKENBERRY (Don't confuse activity with productivity) Sat Apr 20 1991 18:24

  	Here's a really good soup recipe that fits in well with WW.  I make a
    "half-batch", but use only 6 oz. of beans.  The half-batch makes 
    4 servings that can be counted as any of the following:
    
    	3P
    	2P 1B
        1P 2B

    (because of the fact that beans can count as either proteins or breads)
    
    Technically, the onions and tomatoes can also be factored into the
    count, but I don't bother.
    
    Enjoy!
    
    
                                Mixed Bean Soup


        2 cups mixed beans (1 lb.)
        4 cups water
        1 T salt
        2 quarts water
        8 oz. ham, diced
        1 large onion, chopped
        1 large can tomatoes, chopped
        2 tsp chili powder
        juice of 1 lemon
        salt and pepper to taste

        Wash beans.  Place in a large pot with 4 cups of water and salt.
        Soak overnight.

        Drain beans and add 2 quarts of water and ham.  Simmer slowly
        for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.  Add onion, tomatoes, chili powder, lemon
        juice, salt, and pepper to taste.  Simmer at least 30 minutes
        longer.