This easy-to-make homemade soup is nutritious and heartwarming. The beans and whole grains used are excellent sources of protein, certain B vitamins, and many minerals and fibers. Add your own flair to these soups by adding other vegetables and meats as you please.

Quantity:  

 

4 cups water

1 lb. ham pieces

1 large onion, chopped

2 cans (14.5 oz) tomatoes, no salt added, chopped (for less tomato taste, use just 1 can)

 

Place beans in 6 cups water and bring to a gentle boil for 45 minutes.  Rinse the beans with clean water and drain.  Add 4 cups of water and all the ingredients and bring to a gentle boil for 15 minutes. 

 

 

Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1/40 package about 3 Tablespoons of mix (35g) Prepared Serving Size: About 1 Cup Serving Per Container: About 40 Amount per Serving Mix Prepared Calories 120 270    Calories from Fat 5 50 % Daily Value** Total Fat 0.5g* 1% 9%    Saturated Fat 0mg 0% 9%    Trans Fat 0mg Cholesterol 0mg 0% 10% Sodium 180mg 8% 38% Total Carb. 22g 7% 13%    Dietary Fiber 7g 28% 36%    Sugars 1g Protein 7g Vitamin A 4% 2% Vitamin C 2% 10% Calcium 4% 10% Iron 15% 20% * Amount in Mix ** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.