Use 16oz package soup beans (12 bean mix). Soak the beans overnight, drain and add 2 1/2 quarts water and bring to a boil. (To quick cook beans, bring dry beans and water to a boil. Boil 2 minutes let set 2 hours and drain.)
Simmer 3 hours, adding:
1/2 c chopped onion
1/2 c cut celery
1 clove garlic, crushed
4 bouillon cubes (either beef or veggie)
2 qt. tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste
pinch of dill weed
2 lb ham cut into bit size pieces
During last 1/2 hr of cooking, add:
1/4 c chopped green pepper
1 small can tomato paste
1 small amount pasta (if desired)
Serve with corn bread