One large jar of mixed beans
1 cup of chopped celery
1 cup of diced carrots
1 quart of tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon of oregano
1 cup of chopped onion
3-4 cloves of minced garlic
1 bay leaf
1 small hot pepper or dash of tobasco sauce
some good bread and red wine
Using 3 quarts of cold water, boil the mixed beans. Cook gently until skins barely slip but the beans are still firm. Drain. Cover with fresh water. Then, add the rest of the ingredients, except for the vegan bread and vegan wine, of course. Simmer until all ingredients are tender. Then serve with bread and vegan red wine. I think it is best to wait a day to eat the soup, because the flavor is better.