Capitol Hill Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Sort and wash beans; place
2. 2
   in a Dutch oven.
3. 3
   Cover with water and soak overnight.
4. 4
   Drain beans; add ham bone and cover with water.
5. 5
   Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 1 hour. Add remaining ingredients; simmer 1 hour or until beans are tender.
6. 6
   Remove ham and dice (remove gristle and fat); return to soup.
7. 7
   Yields 12 to 15 servings.