Spicy Whitey Stew

1 Pound Dried White Beans -- soaked
2 Teaspoons Salt
2 Teaspoons Paprika
2 Teaspoons Thyme
2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
1 Teaspoon Pepper
1 Teaspoon Oregano
1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne
3 Medium Onions -- chopped
1 Large Bell Pepper -- chopped
2 Stalks Celery -- chopped
4 Cups Chicken Stock
2 Cans Tomatoes -- chopped
2 Teaspoons Garlic -- chopped
1 Cup Apple Juice

Directions:
Combine spices in small bowl. Preheat large pot over high heat 4 minutes.
Add onions, pepper, celery and 2 tabs seasoning mix. Cook 5 minutes. Add half cup stock, cook until liquid evaporates. Add tomatoes and remaining seasoning mix. Cook 5 minutes.
Add drained beans, stock, garlic. Cook 12 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, cook 50 minutes. Stir in apple juice, cook until beans are tender, 50 more minutes.