New Year'S Day Soup
["1 lb. mixed beans (kidney, Northern, pinto, etc.)", "3 qt. water", "1 lb. diced ham", "1 chopped onion", "minced garlic clove", "16 oz. can whole tomatoes", "10 oz. can tomatoes with chilies"]
["Wash beans and soak 24 hours.", "Drain.", "In large Dutch oven, add beans, water, ham, onion, garlic and tomatoes.", "Cover and boil.", "Reduce heat and simmer 1 to 2 hours or until beans are tender.", "Add tomatoes with chilies.", "Simmer 30 minutes.", "Sprinkle with cheese and serve cornbread.", "Serve generously with love and affection.", "Sure to bring you health and prosperity for the new year."]
["mixed beans", "water", "ham", "onion", "garlic", "tomatoes", "tomatoes"]