1 c. navy beans
4 c. water
1 lb. ham bone or ham shank
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 ribs celery, diced
1/8 c. minced green pepper
1/2 c. tomato puree
1 clove
salt and black pepper

Wash beans. Cover with water and soak overnight. Drain beans from water. Place beans, ham bone or ham shank, onion, carrots, celery, green pepper, tomato puree and clove in large pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Close cover securely. Cook until beans are tender. Good with cornbread.