L. P. N.`s bean soup

I do not know what the L. P. N. stand for , but this soup is good and simple to make.

L. P. N. `s Bean soup
Mrs. Joseph W. Ruzick

9 oz navy beans
5 quarts boiling water
2 quarts ham stock, ( I used beef broth)
3 oz tomato puree ( I used tomato paste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
pinch of nutmeg
2 oz carrots ( used canned )
2 oz onions
2 oz ham scraps
1 Tablespoon flour
1 Tablespoon butter
salt to taste

Soak beans overnight. Combine with other ingredients and cook until beans are tender.