Ham and Bean Soup

2 cups dried beans, any type you like
1 cup ham, diced
1 ham bone
1 package dry onion soup mix
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, or your favorite spices
Water to cover
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
 
Either soak overnight or rinse the beans well. If you do not soak the beans, cook on high for 2 hours, then lower to low for 3-4 or until beans are done. To mix, add beans, ham, onion soup mix, and seasoning. Add vegetables. Add water to cover and let simmer on low for 7-8 hours on low (or see above). Stir occasionally.

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