Amish Preaching
(Bean) Soup
 Makes 6 servings
Bean soup is sometimes called “Amish
Preaching Soup” because it was served traditionally by the House
Amish between Sunday preaching. The House Amish are so-called
because this distinguishes them from the Church Amish. Their Sunday
services are held turn about in the houses of the congregation; the
serving and eating of “Preaching Sup” is common practice.
Usually the soup is accompanied by homemade bread and butter, an
array of “sweets and sours,” and Schnitz Pies.
Ingredients
Directions
- Soak beans in water to cover
overnight. The next morning drain.
- In a stockpot
at moderate heat, add ham and cover with water.
- Bring water to a boil and cook
ham 1 hour or until tender.
- Skim fat from the broth.
- Add the beans, celery, onions
and pepper.
- Simmer 1 hour and the beans are
soft.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
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