Arizona Mountain Soup

1. 1

   Rinse beans.

2. 2

   In 5-quart kettle, combine beans and 3 cups water.

3. 3

   Cover and let stand overnight.

4. 4

   Do not drain.

5. 5

   Simmer, covered, 2 hours or until beans are tender; drain, reserving 2 cups liquid.

6. 6

   In kettle, cook bacon until crisp.

7. 7

   Add onions and garlic.

8. 8

   Cook and stir until tender but not brown.

9. 9

   Stir in beans, tomatoes, rice, salt, paprika and pepper.

10. 10

    Add reserved bean liquid and 2 cups water.

11. 11

    Bring to boil and simmer 1 hour.

12. 12

    If too thick, add water.

No nutritional information available.

No additional tips available.