Princess Poopoalis Portuguese Soup

2 Ham shanks

3 qt Water

2 Stalks celery

1 Garlic clove

12 oz Package portuguese

-sausage, cut into 1/2 inch -pieces 1 Carrot cubed

1 lg Onion, cut in wedges

1 cn Stewed tomatoes

8 oz Tomato sauce

3 lg Potatoes, sliced

30 oz Kidney beans

1/2 Head cabbage, cut in wedges

1 ds Pepper and paprika

Salt, if desired Simmer ham shanks in water 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat falls off bones. Remove bones. Add sausage. Simmer 20-30 minutes. Add carrots,onions, tomatoes and tomato sauce; cook until carrots are at parboil stage. Add potatoes, beans, cabbage and seasonings. Simmer until vegetables are done.