2 c. dried beans
1 1/2 qts. water
1 ham bone
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped celery and leaves
4 c. canned tomatoes
3/4 c. diced peeled potatoes
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Combine beans and water in large kettle; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour. Simmer beans without draining until tender, about 2 hours, adding more water if necessary.

In the meantime simmer ham in water to cover. Skim fat from broth and add beans. Stir in remaining ingredients; simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Makes 10 servings.