2 c. (1 lb.) navy beans
8 c. water
2 c. cooked, cubed 1/2" ham
1 1/2 c. chopped onions
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 carrots, diced
28 oz. can whole tomatoes, undrained
2 tsp. chili powder
2 tbsp. lemon juice

Soak beans overnight. Drain and rinse. Put in pot. Add ham, onions, celery, carrots, salt and pepper and water and tomatoes. Cook until beans are tender on low fire. Add chili powder and lemon juice and continue cooking until flavors are blended. Total cooking time approximately 3 to 4 hours, more if needed.