Bean Soup(Serves 4)

1. 1

   To avoid gas from beans soak beans in 9 cups water for a minimum of 4 to 5 hours.

2. 2

   Drain and discard water.

3. 3

   In a large pot over high heat, bring 9 cups water to a boil.

4. 4

   Add soaked beans and oil, to reduce foaming (may be omitted to reduce fat and top of liquid skimmed with a spoon), turn heat down to simmer.

5. 5

   Cover loosely and cook for 1 hour.

6. 6

   Drain water from beans and repeat previous step, cooking until beans are tender.

7. 7

   Drain again reserving 1/2 cup liquid.

8. 8

   Dissolve seasonings from bag in this liquid and return to pot with beans.

9. 9

   Add liquid and tomatoes along with vegetables.

10. 10

    Serve hot with low-fat crackers for a well balanced meal.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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