Baked Bean Soup
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

• 3 – cups cold baked beans

• 6 – cups cold water

• 2 – slices onion

• 2 – stalks celery

• 1-1/2 - cups canned tomatoes, chopped

• 1 – Tablespoon chili sauce

• 2 – Tablespoons butter

• 2 – Tablespoons flour

• 1/2 – teaspoon salt

• 1/2 - teaspoon pepper

1. In a saucepan put the beans, water, onions, and celery.  

2. Bring ingredients to a boil and simmer 30 minutes.  

3. Add tomatoes, chili sauce, and seasonings.

4. In a skillet, make a roux with the flour and the butter.  

5. Then add to soup to thicken.

6. Simmer soup 10 minutes and serve.

Picnicking & Tailgating

Heat (on stove or in microwave) and pour into a thermos.  When you get to the picnic or tailgate site, just pour and enjoy.