Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. pinto beans
ham or bacon
8 c. water
2 Tbsp. butter
1 c. onion, chopped
1 c. celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped
1 can tomatoes
1 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. sugar
salt and pepper
cayenne

Preparation

Wash beans.
Simmer beans, water and meat in covered kettle 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
Add water if needed.
Fry onion, celery, garlic and green pepper in butter until tender.
Add to soup with tomatoes and seasonings.
Cover and simmer at least 30 minutes longer.