Mexican Fiesta Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 3/4 cup chopped onion
• 3/4 cup chopped celery
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
• 10 drops Tabasco sauce (or to taste)
• shredded cheddar cheese (garnish)
• tortilla chips (Garnish)
• sour cream (garnish)

Directions

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   Cook bacon in saucepan until crisp. Add onion, gralic, and celery. Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are done (about 5 minutes). Add green chiles, beans, pepper, chili powder, Tabasco sauce, and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 8-10 minutes. Serve in bowls and top with cheese, chips, and sour cream.