Crock Pot Spicy Bean Soup


Spicy version of my senate bean soup. Freezes well.

Steps


In heavy skillet , fry bacon until crisp.
Remove to paper toweling.
Saut celery and onion in bacon drippings until tender.
Add garlic.
Cook to fragrant.
Place beans , water , broth , onion mixture , and ham in crock pot.
Add seasonings and combine well.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Just before serving , extract about 1 cup of beans.
Mash well.
And return to crock pot.
Stir to blend.
Add crumbled bacon.
Serve with skillet cornbread or cheese crackers.

Ingredients


great northern beans, chicken broth, water, chili seasoning mix, salt and pepper, onion, celery ribs, garlic clove, lean ham, bacon