Annie Mae Jones' Ham and Bean Soup

1. 1

   Cover the beans with water and soak overnight.

2. 2

   Drain beans and place in soup pot, add water, ham bone.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, then lower heat, partially cover, and let simmer very gently until the beans are tender.

4. 4

   Add more water if needed.

5. 5

   Remove and discard bay leaf.

6. 6

   Remove ham bone, cut off all meat, and return it to the pot.

7. 7

   Remove about 1 cup of the beans and a little bean liquid.

8. 8

   Mash to a paste and stir this into the pot to thicken soup.

9. 9

   Add salt and pepper to taste.

10. 10

    If desired, thin soup with milk.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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