SMOKEY BLACK BEAN SOUP

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I made this when I was coming down with cold symptoms and wanted a comforting soup that I could taste despite my stuffy nose. I thought it was geat so I thought I'd share. Please note: There is NO substitution for smoked paprika. Servings are totally guessed.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth, whatever
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 teaspoons cilantro
1 teaspoon cumin
3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, NO subs
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
salt, if needed to taste
fat free sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pot over med heat.
  • Add the onions, celery and garlic and saute for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broth, tomatoes, cilantro, cumin, and smoked paprika. Bring to a soft boil. Reduce heat, and cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the black beans and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Stir.
  • At this time, if desired, puree 1/3 to 1/2 of the soup for a thicker texture. Totally optional.
  • Add salt, if needed.
  • Serve garnished with a dallop of the optional FF sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.2, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 402.5, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 5.2, Protein 11.1

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