In this task, you have to identify the named entities (NER) which are the ingredients required given its directions. Named entities are the names of the items without their quantity.

Saute the onion, celery and carrots in a small amount of oil for 5 to 10 minutes in a large soup pot., Add garlic and saute for 2 or 3 minutes., Add the soaked, drained beans, ham broth, bay leaf and the pepper., Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover pot., Simmer gently for 1 to 1 1/2 hours., Add salt to taste.
white beans, ham stock, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, bay leaf, pepper