Bean and Celery Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Put the celery leaves to one side.
2. 2
   Fry the onion and the celery in the olive oil over a medium heat until the onion starts to go translucent.
3. 3
   Add the garlic and fry for a few more minutes.
4. 4
   Add the beans, tomatoes and the tomato puree; mix well.
5. 5
   Add the vegetable cube.
6. 6
   Add a bit of water if you want a more soupy texture.
7. 7
   Add a cubed potato if desired (it will still work out okay and it makes it more filling).
8. 8
   Add salt and pepper towards the end.
9. 9
   If it looks a bit wishy washy, which it can sometimes, add in a bit more tomato puree.
10. 10
    At the end, add the chopped celery leaves and sprinkle in a bit of dried oregano or mixed herbs.
11. 11
    Simmer or 10 more minutes and then serve with loads of bread.