Red Bean Vegetarian Crock Pot Soup

Red Bean Vegetarian Crock Pot Soup

* 3 celery ribs, chopped
* 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped
* 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes
* 4 cans (16 ounces each) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
* 4 cups veggie broth
* 2 bay leaves
* 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
* 1/2 teaspoon pepper
* 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

In a 5 quart crock pot combine the celery, onions, tomatoes and beans. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaves before serving.