Created by dienia b on October 17, 2024
Step 1: In large bowl, mix all the dried beans and peas together.
Step 2: Place in 14 (2 cup) mason jars equally.
Step 3: Use one of the 14 jars for this recipe.
Step 4: Soup: Place dried peas and beans (1 jar) in a 5-quart pot and soak overnight in cold water.
Step 5: The next day, drain.
Step 6: Fill with water to cover beans again and bring to boil.
Step 7: Simmer for 1 hour.
Step 8: Add onion, celery, sausage, ham bone and simmer 1 hour longer.
Step 9: Add chicken, potatoes and carrots and cook 20 minutes.
Step 10: Add salt and pepper to taste and the can of tomatoes.
Step 11: Add picante sauce if spicy soup is desired.
Step 12: Simmer 30 minutes.
Step 13: Season to taste.