Ham Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Put the beans in a big pot, cover with lots of cold water, and soak over night.
2. 2
   The next day, pour the water off, and cover the beans with fresh cold water.
3. 3
   Add the dried onion, garlic powder, and pepper, and bring to a boil. Back the heat off and simmer for 1 to 2 hours.
4. 4
   Add the ham bone to the pot, and simmer for another 1 to 2 hours.
5. 5
   Add the can of tomatoes including their juice, and the ham pieces. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
6. 6
   At this point you may want to mash the beans with a potato masher if it needs to be thickened some.