Navy Beans

2 cups of dried Northern beans
7 cups of water
1 cup of cubed ham or ham hock/shank
4 carrots, diced
1 tomato, diced
1 onion, diced
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/8 tsp. of marjoram
3/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
1 celery stick, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
2 cups of chopped bitter greens (kale, endive, etc.)
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp of paprika

Bring beans to a boil then reduce head and simmer at least one hour.  Add all remaining ingredients and simmer until beans are soft.