Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Soak beans overnight, then drain and rinse.
2. 2
   In your soup pot, fry bacon, then discard.
3. 3
   Saute onions and celery.
4. 4
   Then add chicken broth.
5. 5
   Grate potato and carrot into the broth.
6. 6
   Add bouillon and pepper.
7. 7
   Add beans and water to fill up your pot to where you want it.
8. 8
   Bring to a boil.
9. 9
   Let it boil for at least 15 minutes, then turn heat down.
10. 10
    Cover, then simmer until done (2 to 3 hours).
11. 11
    Navy, Northern or pinto beans will do; can be mixed, also.