Bean Soup #1

Yield:	6 Servings
Categories:	Soups

1	lb	Black or red beans
1 1/2	lb	Smoked ham hocks
2	qt	Chicken broth or bouillon
3	tb	Butter
2	c	Minced onions
1/2	c	Minced celery
1/2	c	Minced carrots
2		Cloves garlic; minced
1	tb	Vinegar
1	ts	Salt
1		Bay leaf
		Freshly ground pepper to taste