15 Puree Of Dried Beans
Mash and soak 1 qt. of dried beans in lukewarm water over night. In the
morning drain and cover with fresh cold water, boil an hour, drain
again; just cover with fresh water; add quarter of a teaspoonful of
cooking soda, 1 lb. of ham, a bay leaf, an onion and a carrot; boil
until soft. When done, take out the ham and press the vegetables,
(onion, carrot and beans) through a sieve. Return them to the kettle,
add a tablespoonful of butter and enough milk to make the required
thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Let boil once and serve.
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