""I make this hearty soup using the ham bone from our Easter spiral ham. I serve it with corn muffins and fresh fruit. It makes a huge pot of soup, so invite some friends or just freeze several portions for later use. Remember to soak the beans the night before you make the soup."..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 (20 ounce) package 15 bean mixture, soaked overnight (soaking is optional)
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1 ham bone
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2 1/2 cups cubed ham
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1 large onion, chopped
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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5 large carrots, chopped
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1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with liquid (Ro-Tel)
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1 (12 fluid ounce) can low-sodium vegetable juice (V8 100% Vegetable Juice)
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3 cups vegetable broth
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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3 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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3 tablespoons lemon juice
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7 cups low fat, low sodium chicken broth
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1 teaspoon kosher salt