Black Bean Soup


1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped carrots
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce

In large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots and garlic; saute until carrots are softened (about 5-7 minutes).

Pictured: An amazing smell.

Add in cumin and chili powder; stir until well mixed. Add remaining ingredients; salt and pepper to taste.

The beans are there - just hiding.

Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes or until carrots are tender and soup is slightly thickened.


Serve with sour cream and shredded Monterey jack cheese, if desired. 

Good stuff with cheese!

My Rating: 3/5 "Nice and low-cal, and pretty filling for a meatless soup. I was able to eat the leftovers for lunch for quite a while!"

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