MEXICAN BEAN SOUP 
4 slices bacon, diced
3/4 c. chopped onion
3/4 c. chopped celery
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chiles
1 (16 oz.) can refried beans
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. chili powder
Few drops hot pepper sauce
1 (13 oz.) can chicken broth
Shredded cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips

In saucepan, cook bacon until crisp; drain. Add onion, celery and garlic. Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.

Add green chiles, beans, pepper, chili powder, pepper sauce and chicken broth and stir. Bring to boil. ladle into bowls. Pass cheese and tortilla chips. Serves 4.

 

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