IN THE NAVY with Emma Lane
IN THE NAVY They never eat a Bean Soup as good as the one Regency Romance and Cozy Mystery author Emma Lane prepares. Emma brings us a delicious and easy recipe for a hearty soup sure to keep you warm. The kitchen is all yours, Emma! Navy Bean Soup 2 strips bacon 1 med, onion, chopped 3 cups water 1 med. white potato, peeled and cubed 1 can navy or great northern beans, drained 1 clove fresh garlic, chopped fine (optional) Sauté' onion and bacon until onion is pearly-colored and bacon is crisp. Crumble bacon and add both to pot. Stir in water, beans, potato, and garlic. Simmer for at least an hour. Stir occasionally. Do not add more water before serving. Top the serving with a spoonful of grated cheese or a dollop of sour cream. Serve with a pear salad and a loaf of French bread or hard rolls. Pear Salad l can pears halves or slices, drained lettuce dollop of sour cream sprinkle of nutmeg Assemble on individual salad plates. Chill until ready to ...