GERMAN BEAN & SAUSAGE SOUP 
2 slices bacon
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 c. sliced carrots (can use can carrots)
1 c. cubed peeled potato (can use potato)
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp. dried marjoram leaves (optional)
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
2 c. water
1 1/4 c. thinly sliced Polish sausage
1 (16 oz.) can cut green beans, undrained
1 (16 oz.) can Great Northern beans, undrained

In large saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Crumble bacon. Set aside. Saute onion in reserved 1 tablespoon drippings until tender. Add carrot, potato, parsley, marjoram, pepper and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add sausage, beans and reserved bacon. Heat thoroughly.

Makes 6 (1 1/4 cup) serving. (This may be made in the microwave.)

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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