Not So Meaty Bean Soup

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   In a 3-quart saucepan combine beans from bean mix and 7 cups water.

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   Bring to boiling; reduce heat.

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   Cover; simmer for 2 minutes.

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   Remove from heat.

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   Let stand, covered, 1 hour.

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   (Or, soak overnight in a covered pan.)

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   Drain and rinse beans.

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   To beans, add 6 cups fresh water and seasonings from bean mix.

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   Bring to boiling; reduce heat.

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    Cover; simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

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    Add 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt.

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    Stir in 1/4 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet if desired.

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    Return to boiling; reduce heat.

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    Cover; simmer for 30 minutes more or until beans are tender.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Place about 2 cups bean mixture in a blender coontainer.

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    Cover; blend until smooth.

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    Return blended mixture to saucepan; heat through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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