rinse & sort dried beans, bring to a boil in enough water to cover by 1-2 inches. Cover, leave simmering on low heat for 1 hour Drain beans. Add about 6 cups water (should cover beans by 2-3 inches). Add onions. Boil gently for about 1 hour or until beans are done. Mash beans. Add diced ham and bone if you have one or ham bouillon otherwise. Add celery salt, bay leaf, pepper, chicken bouillon. Boil gently for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Remove bone & bay leaf. Add instant mashed potatoes and butter. Stir well, reheat gently to serving temperature.