Five-Bean Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

FIVE-BEAN SOUP

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Serving Size : 14 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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5 pk Beans,dried, lima, great
-northern, kidney, pinto and
-split pea (16oz each)
-enough for four batches
3 Beef bouillon cubes
3 tb Chives, dried
1 t Savory, dried
1 t Salt -- optional
1/2 ts Cumin, ground
1 Bay leaf
2 1/2 qt -water
1 cn Stewed tomatoes (14.5oz)

Combine beans; divide into four equal batches, about
3-3/4 cups each.
To Make One Batch of Soup: Wash one batch of beans.
Place in a large kettle with enough water to cover.
Bring to a boil; cook for 3-4 minutes. Remove from
heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour. Tie spices in a
cheesecloth bag. Drain and rinse beans. Return to
kettle; add spices and water. Bring to boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours or until
beans are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove
spices. Add tomatoes and heat through.
Yield: one batch makes 14 servings (3-1/2 qts).



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