A REALLY YUMMY BLACK BEAN SOUP

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This is something I can throw together with things from the fridge and pantry, almost any night of the week. I got the idea of adding the spinach from my Fresh Produce Guide. Hope you enjoy it.

Provided by Susan Feliciano @frenchtutor

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup(s) chopped carrots
1 cup(s) chopped celery
2 clove(s) minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper
4 cup(s) vegetable broth
1 package(s) (4 cups) fresh baby spinach
2 can(s) (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can(s) (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can(s) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh thyme, or 1 tbsp dried (optional)
1/2 cup(s) sour cream or greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat a large Dutch oven with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and pepper. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add broth, spinach, tomatoes, chickpeas, and black beans. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stir in fresh or dried thyme, or just top it with fresh thyme leaves.
  • You may also top each serving with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

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