Boulder Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Boulder Black Bean Soup Recipe
Ingredients: 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 med onion, minced; 3 clv garlic, chopped; 1 tsp dry whole oregano; 1/2 tsp dry whole thyme; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 3 c. canned black beans, rinsed and liquid removed; 3 c. low sodium chicken broth; 1 x jalapeno pepper from can, minced (opt)

10 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 med onion, minced
3 clv garlic, chopped
1 tsp dry whole oregano
1/2 tsp dry whole thyme
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
3 c. canned black beans, rinsed and liquid removed
3 c. low sodium chicken broth
1 x jalapeno pepper from can, minced (opt)

Directions

1

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat.
2

Saute/fry onion and garlic till tender, about 5 min.
3

Stir in oregano, thyme, cumin and pepper; cook 1 minute longer.
4

Place half the beans in a blender and puree till smooth, adding chicken broth as needed to make a smooth puree.
5

Add in puree, remaining whole beans and broth to saucepan.
6

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer uncovered for 20-30 min.
7

Serve garnished with diced tomatoes and, if you like, onion and shredded cheese.