Grandma'S Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. navy or pinto beans (we like pinto)
1 1/2 to 2 lb. smoked ham hocks
2 qt. water
1/3 c. catsup
1/4 c. vinegar
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 c. diced onions
1 c. diced carrots
1 c. diced potatoes

Preparation

Soak beans overnight, then drain.
Cook everything except carrots and potatoes.
After bringing to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 3 hours.
Put carrots and potatoes in about 1 hour before beans are done.
Remove meat from bones and return to soup. Think of me and enjoy.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.