Hearty 8-Bean Soup

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup pinto beans
  • ¼ cup black beans
  • ¼ cup kidney beans
  • ¼ cup black eyed peas
  • ¼ cup green split peas
  • ¼ cup barley
  • ¼ cup yellow split peas
  • ¼ cup lentils
  • 2 tbsp dried onion
  • 1 tbsp parsley
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 32oz can stewed tomatoes
  • Optional
    • Hamburger
    • Diced vegetables

Directions

  1. Rinse & soak beans, peas, barley overnight (or microwave covered in water for 30 minutes)
  2. Drain water
  3. Bring 7 cups water, beans, and spices to a boil; cover and simmer for 2½ hours stirring occasionally
  4. Add stewed tomatoes and any optional ingredients; cook 30 minutes more. Add water as needed to keep beans covered.

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