1 package Nine Bean Soup Mix
1 quart water
2 teaspoons salt — optional
1 turkey leg OR
ham bone & scraps OR 1 1/2 pounds chuck roast
1 can tomatoes–28 oz — chopped
1 large onion — chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder OR
2 teaspoons dried herbs (thyme, savory, etc)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
brown sugar — to taste 1/4 cup small pasta
Soak the beans overnight in water and salt. Next day, pour off the water and add two quarts fresh water and the meat, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for two hours. Add the tomatoes and onion, chili powder or herbs and the remaining ingredients. Cook 1 hour more. If the soup gets too thick, add broth or water. Remove the meat, Chop it in bite size pieces, and return to soup.
This freezes well