MEXICAN BLACK BEAN SOUP

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Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Bean Soups

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb dry black beans
1 lb smoked ham hock
2 qt water
salt
1 medium poblano pepper seeded and chopped
1 medium onion chopped
4 clove garlic minced
2 Tbsp each paprika and ancho chili powder
1 tsp each mexican oregano and cumin
1 c crushed tomatoes
1/2 c sugar
shredded monterey jack cheese and sour cream for serving

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot add the beans, water and ham hock. Season with salt. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer and simmer 2 hours. Add more water to keep the beans covered during the cooking if needed.
  • 2. Once the beans are tender remove the ham hock and cut off the meat and add the meat back to the pot. Add the remaining ingredients except cheese and sour cream.
  • 3. Add another 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover and simmer 1 more hour. Watch and add more water if needed to maintain a soup consistency. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper. If not spicy enough add cayenne pepper.
  • 4. Serve garnished with Monterey Jack cheese and sour cream.

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