1 lb. dry navy beans (soak overnight)
2 qts. water
1 lb. meaty ham bone
1 tsp. salt
5 whole peppercorns or 1 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. chopped celery leaves
1 chopped med. onion
1 bay leaf (opt.)

Put in pot, cook on low 10 to 12 hours. Use slow cook pot.