Instructions: 1. Drain the beans and rinse well under cold running water. Drain again. = Coarsely cut up the tomatoes, reserving all the juices. Cut the ham into 1= /4 inch dice.

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 minutes.

3. Squeeze the juice from 1 lime (or 1/2 lemon) into the soup. Cut the rem= aining lime (or 1/2 lemon) into wedges. Serve the soup hot, garnished with= the lime (lemon) wedges.

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