Red Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. red kidney beans
1 celery stalk, diced
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, diced
4 c. water
salt and pepper to taste
croutons (optional)

Preparation

Boil all ingredients with or without soup bone or bacon (for added flavor).
Add seasonings.
Serve with croutons.
Makes 6 servings.