Instructions: Measure beans and water into a deep kettle; let stand overnight or 6 to 8 hours. Add salt and ham hock. Cover, bring to a boil; then simmer until the beans are tender. About 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Melt butter in a small skillet and saute onion over medium heat until light brown. Stir into soup.

Add salt and pepper.

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