Cream of Lima Bean Soup

Directions

1. Wash beans, cover with water and soak for several hours.
2. Drain.
3. Add water and cook slowly until tender (about 1 hour).
4. After cooking 30 minutes, add vegetables, whole peppers and salt.
5. When beans are tender, rub through a sieve or mash.
6. There should be 7 1/2 quarts of pulp and liquid.
7. If not, add water.
8. Combine bean pulp and milk just before serving.