16 Bean Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 package 16-bean soup mix
• 1 ham hock
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse beans and pick out any debris
2. In large pot, heat oil over medium heat
3. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery
4. Cook until vegetables are softened
5. Add beans, ham hock, and water
6. Add tomatoes and seasonings
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer
8. Cook for 1 1/2 hours until beans are tender
9. Remove ham hock and shred meat
10. Return meat to soup
11. Garnish with fresh parsley
12. Serve hot