Bacon Or Ham Soup

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   In a large saucepan, bring broth to boil.

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   Add 3 cups of sliced celery, onion, celery leaves, thyme, black pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.

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   Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove bay leaf.

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   Place half of the vegetables with some of the liquid in a blender; puree.

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   Return to saucepan and bring to boil. Add barley and simmer, uncovered, until barley is almost tender, about 25 minutes.

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   Add 2 cups celery and simmer until barley and celery are tender, about 3 minutes.

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   If reheated at a later time, add water if needed.

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   This recipe may be doubled.

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   Yields 4 servings.

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    Fresh celery makes broth a meal.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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