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Title: Bacon & Bean Soup
Categories: Soups, Pork, Beans, Vegetables, Beef
Yield: 8 Servings

3 sl Back bacon
3 Ribs celery; chopped
2 md Carrots; chopped
1 md Onion; chopped
1 c Chopped turnip (opt)
3 c Beef broth
1 Bay leaf
1/2 ts Thyme
19 oz Can Navy OR pinto beans
- drained and rinsed

Prep time: 25 minutes.

When the vegetables are finely chopped it takes only a
short simmering time to develop and blend the flavours
of the bacon and assorted winter vegetables. The beans
add character and a heartiness that is satisfying.

And an added plus - the soup is better a day or two
after it is made. Store it in a covered container in
the refrigerator.

Cut bacon into thin slivers. In a 12 cup saucepan,
combine bacon, celery, carrots, onion, turnip, beef
broth, bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil; reduce
heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until
vegetables are tender. Add beans and continue to
simmer 5-10 minutes or until hot, and flavors are
blended. Remove the bay leaf and ladle into warm
soup tureen or soup bowls.

Makes 8 servings.

Origin: Light & Easy Choices

Shared by: Sharon Stevens.

From: http://www.recipesource.com

Uncle Dirty Dave's Kitchen

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... Soup is liquid comfort.
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