Cook bacon in 10 inch ... Combine water and beef broth to make 2 1/2 cups. ... stirring occasionally. Add green pepper and bacon. Cover, continue ... heat. Stir in beans. Let stand, covered, until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Soak beans in cold water overnight, covered. ... garlic, celery and green pepper in oil in Dutch ... Stir in water, broth, oregano, cumin, bay leaf, ... cream and green onions.
Cook bacon in large skillet ... enough water to beef broth to make 2 1/2 cups. ... 15 minutes. Add green pepper, cover and simmer 5 ... heat. Stir in beans. Let stand covered until ... 5 minutes). 6 servings.
Brown ground beef. Drain and add all ... garnishes, bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 20 to 30 minutes. Ladle into soup bowls; add desired garnishes.