Instructions: Soak beans overnight.

Bring beans to boil in 4 cups water, cook 1 hour or til tender. Heat olive oil in pan, add garlic and onion, cook on medium heat til onions are tender, add celery and carrots and cook 3 minutes, add potatoes and squash. Cook 3 minutes, add green beans and spinach or okra, cook 3 minutes. add stock, tomatoes and beans, add bacon and seasonings, simmer 3 hours.

Serve piping hot. Sprinkle with Parmesane cheese and serve with garlic bread.

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