White Bean and Ham Soup

1. Soak beans 2 hours in cold water
2. Put ham shanks (or pieces) in large pot and cover over with water, bring to a simmer for 1 hour, add chopped veggies and beans, simmer another hour until veggies are soft and ham meat pulls away from the bone.
3. Add several drops of Tabasco to taste (this is optional)
4. Add Salt and Pepper with a pinch of parsley.

Enjoy!