Diary of a Kentucky Cook

Don't forget what is truly important, the simple and basic things in Life. Honesty, Pure Emotions, Gardening, Cooking, the Joy of Creating and sharing Recipes and to be blessed by the majestic beauty of Nature. Once you find out what makes you happy, try to do THAT for a living.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Winter is Here Inexpensive Soup Recipe

Winter is Here Inexpensive Soup Recipe
ky cook


1 pkg (16 oz) soup mix beans (from $ general for around $1.50)
6 cups + water
large onion, chopped
1 pkg ham hock for soup
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp seasoned pepper
1 large canning jar of diced roma tomatoes
or - 1 can of store bought diced tomatoes

Wash and sort through soup beans.
Place all ingredients into crock pot or slow cooker.
Turn on high to med-high and let cook all day or all night.
Makes your house smell delicious.

sides:
big piece of cornbread slathered in butter
:)
or grilled cheese sandwiches w / bread and butter pickles.

sprinkle on top of each individual bowl;
a handful of bacon, cooked & crumbled
and / or
a few slices of raw sweet onion
or
a Tablespoon of sweet relish

*
If you are watching your sodium intake -You can add or subtract salt, as you wish
also if you desire a thicker soup you can cut down on the water a bit.




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