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Spicy Soybean Soup

This is really delish! Especially if you like veggie soup and a bit of spice. Mmmm....I really could go some more of this about now.

Ingredients:

2-3 strips of bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1-2 cloves of garlic, crushed
2 stalks of celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 qt cooked tomatoes or tomato juice (depends on the consistency you like)
2 cups cooked soybeans (approx 1-2 cans)
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 t salt
1/2 t pepper
1/2-1 tsp basil
any extra herbs or seasonings you might like

Fry the bacon and drain off any excess fat. Add onions, garlic, celery, carrot and saute. Add the rest of the ingredients. Bring to the boil and then simmer until carrots are soft. Approx 15-30 min.

Alternatives are: Use different beans. AND/OR use soaked uncooked beans and cook slowly for 3 hours. You may need more liquid and you add the bacon 1/2 hr before serving rather than first.