Bean and Bacon Soup

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

2 (15 oz) Cans Pinto Beans
1 (8 oz) Can Tomato Sauce
2 Cups Chicken Broth
1/4 Cup Chopped Onion
2-4 Slices Bacon

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon in pan until done. Remove from pan, crumble and set aside. Sauté chopped onions in remaining fat.

2. In a large saucepan, combine crumbled bacon, sautéed onion, beans, tomato sauce, and chicken stock. Bring to low boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10/15 minutes.

3. Using a potato masher, carefully mash some of the beans in the soup to make it thicker if desired.