MARINATED SOYBEAN SALAD

1-1/2 cups           dry soybeans
1/8 teaspoon       garlic powder
1/3 cup               honey
1/8 teaspoon       white pepper
1/3 cup               vinegar
3/4 cup               chopped green onion
1 teaspoon          salt
2/3 cup               chopped dill pickle
1/4 teaspoon       crushed basil
1/2 cup               chopped celery

In a large bowl, cover the soybeans with water and let stand two hours. Drain. Place soybeans in a large kettle and add 8 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, about 1-1/2 hours or until soybeans are tender, drain. Combine honey, vinegar, salt, basil, garlic powder and white pepper. Pour over soybeans. Add chopped green onion and chopped dill pickle. Chill at least four hours before serving, stirring occasionally. Garnish with parsley before serving. Makes 24 servings.