Black "Bug" Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 8 slices of smoked bakon, finely julienned
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lb black beans, washed and soaked overnight
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 1 each, green, red, yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Grand Marnier
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1-2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1/2 cup canned green chilies
• 1 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme, ground cumin, and chili powder
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon and lime juice
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (or garnish)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)