- 1 (16 ounce) package dry mixed beans
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- Soak beans in water overnight.
- Fry bacon slightly, then add onion, garlic, and celery. Cook until onion is tender.
- Place drained beans in large pot. Add water to cover beans. Add bacon, onions, garlic, and celery. Cook until beans are tender (this takes a while…at least 1 1/2 hours). Add salt and pepper to taste.