2 lb. navy beans
1 meaty hambone
1 clove garlic
1 sm. bay leaf
1 c. cubed potatoes
1 c. finely chopped onion
1 c. thinly sliced carrots
1 c. diced celery
Salt and pepper as desired

Soak the beans overnight. Simmer beans for 20 minutes in 2 1/2 quarts water. Let stand for 1 hour. Add ham bone, garlic and bay leaf. Cover and simmer 2 hours. Add the vegetables, season and cook 1 hour more or until done.