2 c. diced ham
4 lb. string beans
2 c. diced potatoes
1 onion, chopped
1/4 c. chopped celery
1 (16 oz.) canned tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c. chicken stock
1 tsp. red pepper
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. black pepper

Boil diced ham, add string beans cook for 1/2 hour. Add diced potatoes, chopped onion, chopped celery, add chicken stock, salt, red pepper and black pepper, cook for 1/2 hour. Add chopped tomatoes. Cook for another 15 minutes.