| Calico Bean Soup 1/4 pound dried black beans 1/4 pound dried kidney beans 1/4 pound dried navy beans 1/4 pound dried white beans 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained 2 tablespoons lemon juice In a stockpot combine black beans, kidney beans, navy beans and white beans. Cover with water and soak overnight. Drain beans, rinse, and cover with fresh water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 hours. Add garlic, cumin, tomatoes with liquid, and lemon juice. Simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender. Makes 8 servings. |