BLACK BEAN SOUP MIX

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I made a gift basket using this soup mix. The idea and recipe are adapted from Diane Phillips's book, The Perfect Mix. I put the jar of black beans, jar of spice mixture, and a jar of California Corn Bread Mix, #72132 into a brightly colored basket along with a reggae music CD. Decorated with colorful ribbon. Looked cool and it made a great gift.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Black Beans

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/4 c.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb dried black beans
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon cumin powder
4 beef bouillon cubes, crumbled

Steps:

  • Put the black beans into an airtight glass container.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients.
  • Transfer to a small air tight container.
  • Include the following directions with the container of beans and spices: Soak the beans in water to cover, overnight in a large soup pot.
  • Drain the beans and set aside.
  • In a large soup pot, heat 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Add in 1 medium chopped onion and 1/2 pound sliced polish sausage; saute over medium-high heat until onion is translucent.
  • Add in the beans and spice mixture; stir.
  • Add in 8 cups water; bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and simmer, partially covered, for 2 hours or until beans are tender.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 712.7, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 0.6, Sodium 1099.1, Carbohydrate 129, Fiber 31.3, Sugar 5.7, Protein 45.1

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