10-Bean Soup
Description
One pound of mixed beans soaked overnight is covered in water with onions, celery, and garlic sautéed with bacon in this hearty 10-bean soup recipe.
Ingredients
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1 (16 ounce) package dry mixed beans
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4 slices bacon
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1/2 onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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salt to taste
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ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Soak beans in water overnight.
2
Fry bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until partially cooked, then add onion, garlic, and celery. Cook until onion is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
3
Place drained beans in a large pot. Add water to cover beans. Add bacon mixture to the pot.
4
Cook at a low boil until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper.