1 pkg. sm. white beans
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 sm. onion, chopped
Ham hock with lots of lean ham left on it
Dash of oregano, garlic, salt, ginger, Accent
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste

Cover beans with 1 quart water; bring to boil. Add remaining ingredients. Reduce heat and simmer. Cook slowly until done. Check to be sure there is plenty of water. Can be cooked in crock pot. When done, soup should be very thick.