Bean Soup with cayenne

16 ounces beans (16 bean soup mix) 3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon oregano , crushed 28 ounces chicken stock (non-fat) water 3 stalks celery , chopped 3 carrots ,[...]

8 ounces cubed ham 1/4 cup finely diced celery 1 cup water 1 cup low sodium chicken broth 15 ounces black soybeans (recipe called for Eden brand) 1/4 cup tiny[...]

3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion , chopped 2 garlic cloves , chopped 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped 1 carrot , sliced 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1[...]