2 cups of dried beans, any variety (I use 15 bean, but you can use anything)
8 cups of cold water
1/2 tsp baking soda
8 cups of water
1 lb. leftover ham (or smoked sausage, ham hocks, whatever you have on hand)
1 large onion, chopped
1 14.5-oz can of peeled tomatoes (I use diced)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp basil
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 - 1/2 tsp pepper
First, you'll need to add the beans to a large stock pot and cover them with the water. Stir in the baking soda. This will need to soak overnight.
The next day, completely drain off the soaking water and rinse the beans well. Return beans to the pan and add:
8 cups of water
1 lb. leftover ham (or smoked sausage, ham hocks, whatever you have on hand)
1 large onion, chopped
1 14.5-oz can of peeled tomatoes (I use diced)
Bring this to a FULL boil. Turn heat down to medium for a high simmer, 2-3 hours, or until beans are tender.
Add in:
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp basil
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 - 1/2 tsp pepper
Simmer for another 30 minutes.
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