Rainbow!

Aren't they beautiful? I couldn't resist modifying a ham and navy bean soup recipe by using this package of "16 Bean mix" instead. Don't ask me what all the beans are. I just know they're pretty. Although, I must admit they aren't as colorful once they're cooked.

I made a double batch of this (recipe on page 216 of 1001 Delicious Soups & Stews), which is a lot. Fortunately, I had enough pint jars (10) that I could get all the soup canned, and I am trying the double-decker approach to the pressure canner for the first time. I'm nervous, but I hope it will be alright. It seems very FULL.

(Later) They are all fine - and now I can go to sleep!