1 c. dried beans
4 c. water
1/2 lb. bacon
1 onion, chopped
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. diced potatoes
1 c. diced celery
2 lg. tomatoes, cut up
2 tbsp. flour
2 c. warm milk

1. Put beans and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes.

2. Remove from heat and let stand for 1 hour.

3. Cut bacon into small pieces and saute with onions until lightly browned.

4. Add, along with fat, to the beans. Cover and simmer for 1 hour.

5. Add the remaining ingredients except for flour and milk; simmer for 1/2 hour.

6. Mix the flour with a little cold water and stir constantly. Add to the beans.

7. Just before serving add warm milk and blend.