**(cheap at Asian markets; don't omit, and if you must substitute regular soy, add a reconstituted shiitake mushroom and its soaking liquid to the blender above.)

Blenderize the onion, celery and tomatoes in a good saltfree or low-salt vegetable stock. Place it in a crockpot or kettle with the remaining ingredients (add more stock if needed)

On stovetop, simmer all till beans are tender. Or in crockpot, cook 2-3 hours on High and overnight on Low, stirring from the bottom as you lower the heat.

From: Rain, Via: Chile Head Mailing List
Posted By: rain@wwbbs.otherside.com (Rain)
Post Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999