NAVY BEAN & BACON SOUP (CANNING)

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I haven't made this in a few years, it makes for good gifts! Total time does not include for soaking beans overnight, but prep time includes a rough guess to prepping all the ingredients. Be sure to measure all ingredients exactly.

Provided by bikerchick

Categories     Beans

Time 3h

Yield 16 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 lbs dried navy beans, soaked overnight
4 quarts tomato juice
4 cups carrots, diced
8 cups potatoes, diced
6 cups celery, chopped
2 teaspoons salt and pepper, to taste
2 bay leaves
6 cups onions, diced
4 lbs bacon, diced

Steps:

  • Notes: 1 medium onion is about a cup; 2 medium stalks celery is about 1 cup; 1 lb pkg carrots is about 4 cups; 5 medium potatoes is about 8 cups.
  • Combine all ingredients except bacon and onion in large pot.
  • Cook over medium heat until soft.
  • Cut bacon into small pieces and fry in skillet.
  • Remove bacon and cook onion in bacon grease until soft.
  • Add bacon and onion to bean mixture and heat until it simmers.
  • Taste for salt and pepper.
  • Remove bay leaves before putting in jars.
  • Fill hot mixture into sterilized jars, filling to within 1" of tops of jars.
  • Pressure can 1 hour at 10 lbs.

Baluch Warna
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. The beans are cooked perfectly and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Noluyolo Bada
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the beans are a good source of protein. I also like that it's relatively easy to make.


Nnenna Onuoha
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I've tried several navy bean soup recipes, and this one is by far the best. The beans are cooked perfectly and the soup is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Salva Inboneain
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This soup is a family favorite. It's always a hit when I make it. The beans are tender and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor.


Niku Sefa
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand for busy weeknights.


Abu bakar Bakar
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is flavorful and filling, and it's also a good way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Ernest Ndu
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again.


Casey Bowman
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. The beans are cooked perfectly and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sanjida islam Saun sanjida
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it, and it's also a great way to use up leftover bacon.


Gaming Champion
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the beans are a good source of protein. I also like that it's relatively easy to make.


Robbie M a x w e l l
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I'm not a big fan of navy beans, but this soup changed my mind. The beans were so creamy and delicious, and the bacon and vegetables added a lot of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Surendra Budha
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This soup is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The beans were tender and flavorful, and the bacon added just the right amount of smokiness. I will definitely be making this again.