SERIOUSLY SEASONED BLACK BEAN SOUP

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I make BBS a lot. I've adapted it from the SBD the way I enjoy it. This recipe is well seasoned and a bit spicy. Sometimes I eat a small amount of this as an afternoon snack and it always curbs my hunger. It freezes well too.

Provided by jrusk

Categories     Black Beans

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 scallions, sliced (or 1/4 cup chopped onion)
2 stalks celery
1 jalapeno, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons oregano
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, with liquid
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large pot. Saute scallions, celery, jalapeno, and garlic for 5 minutes. Add all spices, (except for balsamic vinegar). Cook two more minutes.
  • Add Rotel tomatoes, cook for 2 minutes. Add black beans and chicken broth. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar.
  • When beans are well heated add mixture to a blender and puree in batches. Add all batches back to pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
  • Top with fat free sour cream, cheese or onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.6, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 223.1, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 14.7

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