Senate Bean Soup

1. 1

   Soak beans overnight in 1 quart water.

2. 2

   For quick soak, bring beans and water to a boil.

3. 3

   Boil 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Cover and let stand 1 hour.

5. 5

   Then continue with recipe.

6. 6

   Drain beans and measure liquid. Add enough water to make 2 quarts.

7. 7

   Place soaked beans, water and ham hock in kettle.

8. 8

   Cover and simmer 2 hours.

9. 9

   Add potato, onion, celery and garlic powder.

10. 10

    Simmer 1 hour.

11. 11

    Remove ham hock and cut up meat.

12. 12

    Remove 1 cup beans and some liquid and puree in blender. Return meat and pureed beans.

13. 13

    Heat; season to taste with salt and pepper.

14. 14

    Sprinkle with parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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