Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Wash beans in hot water; drain.
2. 2
   Combine in large soup pot, beans, ham hock, carrots and 4 quarts of water.
3. 3
   Cover and cook slowly 3 to 4 hours or until beans are tender but not mushy. Toward end of cooking time, saute onion in butter or margarine 5 minutes, then add all to bean soup.
4. 4
   May add leftover diced ham also.
5. 5
   Taste mixture for seasoning.
6. 6
   Add salt and pepper if needed. Cook over moderate heat 10 minutes longer.
7. 7
   Serve in warmed bowls. Makes about 6 servings.