SOUTHWESTERN REFRIED BEAN SOUP

Southwestern Refried Bean Soup image

My daughter gave me this hearty soup recipe, and I'm glad she did - it's become a family favorite. You can't beat it on a cold winter day!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 bacon strips
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1/4 cup picante sauce or salsa
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Hot pepper sauce, optional
Shredded cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. In the drippings, saute the onion, celery and garlic powder until vegetables are tender., Add the beans, picante sauce, broth, parsley and bacon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until flavors are blended. Season to taste with pepper sauce if desired. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 1012mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.