Adzuki Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces dry adzuki beans
6 cups water
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh herbs, finely chopped (rosemary, oregano, parsley, chives, basil, or a combination of your choice)
1 bay leaf
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cloves
2 teaspoons salt
3 teaspoons white pepper

Preparation

Wash the adzuki beans well in several changes of water, then drain.
In a large pot, bring the 6 cups water to a boil.
Add all ingredients and boil rapidly for 15 minutes.
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 2 hours.
You may puree fully or partially for a smoother soup, but I prefer it just as it is.
Serve with slices of GOOD bread!