1/2 lb. bacon, diced
2 c. celery, sliced
2 c. carrots, sliced
1 c. green pepper, chopped
1 1/2 c. onions, chopped
1 qt. canned tomatoes
2 lbs. dried pea beans
6 qts. water
1 lb. cubed cooked ham
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. liquid red pepper seasoning

Cook bacon in large soup pot for about 5 minutes. Add vegetables and saute until golden. Add remaining ingredients. Cook over medium heat 4-5 hours or until beans are tender and the soup has thickened. (A meaty ham bone may be used.) Makes 10-12 servings. I use 1 pound beans and lots of vegetables.