French market soup (directions)

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsFrench market soup mix
1eachHam hock
¼tablespoonPepper
2quartsWater
tablespoonSalt
16ouncesCan tomatoes; chopped,
cupChopped onion
1eachChili pepper; chopped
1eachClove garlic; minced
¼cupLemon juice

Directions

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

Sort and wash 2 cups of the bean mix, place in a large heavy soup kettle. Cover with water that reaches 2 inches above the beans. Soak overnight. The following morning: Drain the beans, and add 2 qt water, ham hock, salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1½ hours until beans are tender. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove ham hock from the soup, take the meat from the bone, chop and return to the soup. Makes 2 ½ quarts of soup From the files of Earl Shelsby

Submitted By GAIL SHIPP On 10-10-94