Ingredients for - Refried Bean Soup

1. Bacon 4 slices
2. Chopped onion ¾ cup
3. Chopped celery ¾ cup
4. Refried beans 1 (16 ounce) can
5. Dried oregano ½ teaspoon
6. Chili powder ¼ teaspoon
7. Garlic powder ⅛ teaspoon
8. Swanson® Chicken Broth 1 (14.5 ounce) can
9. Prepared salsa, hot or mild ¼ cup
10. Mexican cheese blend, shredded ½ cup
11. Chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon
12. Tortilla strips 4 ounces

How to cook deliciously - Refried Bean Soup

1 . Stage

Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle. Leave grease in the skillet.

2 . Stage

Sauté onion and celery in bacon grease over medium-high heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in beans, crumbled bacon, oregano, chili powder, and garlic powder; cook until beans have softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and salsa; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes.

3 . Stage

Garnish with cheese and cilantro. Serve with tortilla strips.