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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. navy beans
  • 4 large onions
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 6 stems parsley
  • 3/4 tsp. thyme
  • 1 1/2 large bay leaves
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1 lb. cooked ham
  • 1 large carrot

Method

  • Soak the beans overnight. Drain and rinse in hot water.
  • Cook in 3 quarts of water. Chop the onions, garlic, carrots and parsley. Add 1/2 lemon.
  • Cook ham 2 to 3 hours, cut in 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Remove 2 cups cooked beans and run through blender. Pour back into soup.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. Also add 2 cups water.