TEXAS RANGER NINE BEAN SOUP

2 to 3 cups of Nine Bean Soup Mix

 1 pound ham, diced

 1 large onion, chopped

 1 clove garlic, chopped

 1 10 ounce can Rotel tomatoes and green chilis

1 16 ounce can tomatoes and liquid, broken up

 Salt and pepper to taste.

Wash and sort beans. Place in a Dutch oven and cover with water 2 inches above beans. Let soak overnight. Drain beans. Cover with water and add the other ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 2 hours until the beans are done. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Add a little bit of water to prevent the sticking. Adjust seasonings. Tip your hat to the Texas Rangers. This is larpin' good!!!