Navy Bean-Bacon Soup

Directions

1. Fry the bacon in a skillet. Drain. Crumble, reserving 2 slices worth of crumbles for topping.
2. Mix together the bacon, carrot, beans, celery, onion, broth, seasoning and 1 cup of water in a greased slow cooker. Cook covered for 5-6 hours on low.
3. Spoon two cups of the soup into a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Return to the slow cooker and stir in the soup. Cook on high for 10-15 minutes.