Yankee Beans Recipes

Steps:

• Place the beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. , Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Set beans aside. In the same pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Stir in carrot and celery leaves. Return beans to the pan. Add water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-3/4 to 2 hours or until beans are tender. , Stir in the milk, molasses, salt and bacon. Remove about 2-1/2 cups of soup; cool slightly. Place in a blender or food processor; cover and process until pureed. Return to the pan; heat through.

Steps:

• 1. In a skillet, fry bacon until crisp. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Crumble.
• 2. In bacon grease fry onion until cooked. Set aside with a little of the bacon grease. (about a teaspoon)
• 3. In a sauce pan combine all ingredients. Sprinkle onion on the top.
• 4. Cook on medium for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.