1 (16 oz.) pkg. dried navy beans
2 qt. boiling water
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. diced onion
1/4 c. diced celery
1 tbsp. reduced calorie butter, melted
2 c. canned, stewed tomatoes

Developed for diabetics or if on low-fat, low-cholesterol diet or if you just like to eat health.

Soak beans in boiling water in large Dutch oven 30 minutes. Stir in salt. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2 hours. Saute diced onion and celery in butter until tender. Add vegetables and tomatoes to beans, stirring well. Simmer uncovered, 1 hour or until beans are tender. Serve hot.

Serving amount 1 cup. Exchanges 2 starch. Cholesterol 0 mg. Calories 159. Carbohydrates 28 gm. Protein 9 gm. Fat 1 gm. Fiber 2 gm. Sodium 387 mg.