Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. each: Great Northern beans, kidney beans, navy beans, lima beans, butter beans, split green peas, pinto beans and lentils
  • 1 ham bone
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes with liquid
  • 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
  • 4 carrots, sliced
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1/4 c. dried chives
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. dried parsley flakes
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

Method

  • Wash all beans thoroughly; drain and place in a 4-quart kettle with 5 cups water.
  • Bring to a rapid boil for 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour.