Hearty Ham And Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1. Drain the beans and rinse well under cool running water. Drain again. = Coarsely cut up the tomatoes, reserving all the juices. Cut the ham into 1= /4 inch dice.
2. 2. In a nonreactive, medium saucepan combine the beans, tomatoes with their= juices, ham and beef broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring = occasionally. Partially cover and simmer for 5 min.
3. 3. Squeeze the juice from 1 lime (or possibly 1/2 lemon) into the soup. Cut the rem= aining lime (or possibly 1/2 lemon) into wedges. Serve the soup warm, garnished with= the lime (lemon) wedges.