LOLLY'S SPANISH BEAN SOUP

Lolly's Spanish Bean Soup image

Provided by Lolly Ivey-Bellamy

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 can(s) garbanzo beans aka chick peas (drained & rinsed)
2 large white potatoes (peeled & chopped)
1 large yellow or white onion (peeled & chopped)
1/2 lb slice your favorite cooked ham (chopped)
1 pkg 5.5 oz dry spanish dry chorizos (sliced thin)
2 large cloves of fresh garlic (minced)
1 pkg spanish seasoning (vigo's spanish flavoring)
8 c water
4 tsp tone's chicken base or chicken broth to equal liquid

Steps:

1. You will need a large Saute Pan with Lid.
2. Coat pan with Olive Oil, about 2 Tablespoons.
3. Add chopped potatoes, chopped onion and minced garlic. Saute till soft.
4. Add drained and rinsed beans, chopped ham, sliced chorizos, chicken broth and spanish seasoning.
5. Cover and Simmer all together for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Let it rest for the flavors to blend. You will need NO salt if you use chicken base and spanish seasoning. I do add fresh ground Pepper Corn Medley before serving.
7. This is best served with fresh Cuban Bread or French Bread if Cuban is not available. SALUD and HAPPY DAYS. ENJOY.