HUNTING CAMP BEAN SOUP 
1 (24 oz.) jar Great Northern beans
1 (24 oz.) jar pinto beans
1 (46 oz.) can chicken broth
2 lbs. chicken thighs, skin removed
1 c. chopped onions
1 c. chopped celery
2 garlic cloves minced
2 tbsp. parsley, minced
1 tsp. rosemary
1 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped
1/2 lb. turkey kielbasa + 2 c. ham cubes

Place chicken broth in a large kettle. Add chicken, onions, celery, garlic, parsley and seasonings. Bring to a boil and simmer 45 minutes. Remove chicken, debone and return to soup. Add tomatoes. Remove sausage skin and cut into 1/4" slices and add to soup. Add ham cubes and simmer 10 minutes. Add beans and simmer 10 minutes longer.

NOTE: If dried beans are used, use 2 cups of each kind, soak overnight, discard water, add water to cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours. Drain and use as directed.

 

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