Bean Soup With Kale without lard bay

1 1/2 cups dried pinto beans 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 lb Italian sausage (hot or sweet, about 2 links) 3 slices bacon (or skip the bacon and use an extra[...]

1 lb navy beans , dried 8 cups water 3 cups beef broth 1 carrot , chopped 1 stalk celery , chopped 4 bacon , strips, cubed 2 small onions , chopped 1 teaspoon[...]

7 slices hickory smoked-thick sliced bacon 1/2 cup diced celery 1/2 cup diced red onion 1 cup diced carrot 2 garlic cloves , minced 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme[...]