Cuban navy bean soup

    
1cnavy beans, soaked
2 1/2qtwater
1eabay leaf
1/4colive oil
2eagarlic cloves, chopped
1mdonion, chopped
2ctomatoes, chopped
1mdpotato, diced
1xsaffron threads
1xsalt & pepper
1/2tscumin
1ccabbage, shredded
1cbutternut squash, diced
2tbparsley, fresh, chopped
Directions:
Drain beans, combine with water & bay leaf & simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours.  Add additional water if necessary.In a skillet, heat olive oil & cook garlic & onions 6 minutes.  Add tomatoes & cook for 10 minutes.When beans are tender, add tomato mixture, potato, saffron, salt, pepper, cumin, cabbage & squash & cook for another 30 minutes.  Add more water as necessary.  Serve garnished with parsley.