• 2 C. cannellini beans
• 2 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. pepper
• 2 tsp. onion powder
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 tsp. celery seed
• 4 stalks celery
• 2 tsp. cilantro
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 C. cooked rice - or sm. pasta of your choice
• 1/2 pkg. baby carrots
• 1 sm. canned ham
• 2 lg. onions
• 4-5 cloves minced garlic
• 3 C. chicken stock
• 8 C. water (use judgment)

Soak beans in water at least 1 hour or overnight. Prepare chicken stock in a pot, add water, then bring to a boil. Dice vegetables and ham. Add all ingredients (including spices) to chicken stock and bring back to a boil, then reduce heat, and let simmer for 4 hours.