2 c  Mixed dried beans*
2 qt Water
1 lg Onion chopped
1 tb Chili powder
1    2 T Lemon juice
2 tb Salt
2 c  Diced ham or sliced smoked
-sausage
1    Clove Garlic, minced
1 cn Tomatoes (28 oz.), chopped

(*Use at least 7 varieties of beans – Great Northern, Navy, Black,
Garbanzo, Green Split Peas, Pinto, and Red Beans.) Rinse beans, place in
large kettle, cover with water add salt and soak overnight. Drain add 2
quarts water and ham/sausage. Simmer for 2-1/2 to 3 hours. Add onion,
garlic, chili powder, tomatoes, and lemon juice. Simmer 45 minutes. Add
salt and pepper if desired.