Bean Soup
Ingredient
| 1 pound Great northern beans | 6 quarts water |
| 1 medium onion -- chopped | 1 1/2 Tablespoons salt |
| 6 each ham hocks | 1 Tablespoon black pepper -- ground |
Directions
Place prepared beans in a large saucepot, cover with water. Add the onion, ham hocks, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 1/2 - 2 hours or until beans are tender. Serve immediately
Serving Ideas : With cornbread and salad
NOTES : Preparations for beans:
1) Soak overnight (at least 8 hours) in cold water. Drain off water. Cook as usual.
2) Quick cook method: cover beans with 6-8 cups of hot water. Boil for 10 minute, turn off heat, cover and let stand for 1 1/2 hours. Then cook as usual.
3) Grandmom's method: (PREFERRED) Add water to beans to cover. Put 1 t. of baking soda in water. Bring to boil and boil for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse beans and pan very well. Cook as usual.