OLD FASHIONED HAM AND BEANS

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Grandma always made bean soup in the week after Easter with the left-over ham bone and meat.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb great northern beans, soaked overnight and drained
1/2 lb cooked ham meat, shredded or cubed
1 ham bone with some meat left on it
1/2 c brown sugar
1 small onion, chopped fine
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp pepper
water to cover all

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the beans (which were soaked in water overnight and drained), ham, ham bone, brown sugar, onion, garlic salt, and black pepper in a soup kettle.
  • 2. Pour enough water into the kettle to cover the mixture by about 2 inches.
  • 3. Simmer 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, or until beans are done and mixture has blended flavors well.

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