Winter cookbook: Easy 15 bean soup recipe

Mom made this soup to finally use up the last of the ham.

The recipe is adapted from the bean mix bag.

Find everything you need to make this great winter soup at your local Meijer.

• 1 pkg 15 bean mix
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• water to cover
• 2 cups diced smoked ham
• 1 can stewed or diced tomatoes
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 1 t chili powder, or to taste
• salt and pepper

1. Add beans, onion and water to a large soup pot. Cover and cook about 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients and cook another 1/2 hour or so.
3. The soup was served with a splash of vinegar.