Bean Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Cook bacon.
2. 2
   Put strained beans in pot.
3. 3
   Cover beans and bacon with cold water until beans are soft.
4. 4
   Put in strainer fixed on a 3-quart pot and separate beans, bacon and broth.
5. 5
   Put broth in pot, set beans aside and throw out bacon.
6. 6
   In small frying pan, melt butter and add flour.
7. 7
   Add to broth.
8. 8
   Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add beans.
9. 9
   Season with salt, pepper and paprika.
10. 10
    Add ham pieces. Simmer.