Saute onions, pepper, celery & carrots in olive oil til the onions turn golden brown. Add garlic, cumin, vinegar & soy sauce. Cook, stirring for 3 minutes.

Drain about 1/2 c water from beans & add it to the saute. Cook over a low heat for 30 minutes.

Combine vegetables with beans. Cook for another 30 minutes, adding more water if necessary.