Original Bean Soup

== Description ==
Contributed by Paula in California at Catsrecipes Y-Group
== Ingredients ==
* 1 packet (16-ounces) 15 or 10 bean soup mix, with Cajun seasoning included
* 2 ham hocks or ½ pound ham steak
* 1 can (12-ounces) beer
* 2 cups chopped onions
* 2 cups chopped celery
* 2 cloves garlic, chopped, (up to 4)
* 1 can stewed Mexican tomatoes
* 1 can diced tomatoes and chilies
* 1 pound hot Polish sausage
* ½ pound raw, boneless chicken breast
== Directions ==
# Sort and rinse beans.
# Combine beans, 7 cups water, beer, ham hocks, seasoning packet in large 6 – 8 quarters pan.
# Bring to boil and reduce to a rapid simmer.
# Add chopped onions, celery, garlic and tomatoes to pan.
# Simmer, covered, for at least 2 hours.
# Remove ham meat, chop fine, and add rest of meat, cut into small chunks.
# Simmer for 1½ hours more until beans are soft.
Category:Cathy's Recipes
Category:Bean Soup Recipes
Category:Ham hock Recipes
Category:Ham Recipes
Category:Onion Recipes
Category:Celery Recipes
Category:Tomato Recipes
Category:Pork sausage Recipes
Category:Chicken breast Recipes