Easy Vegetable/Black Bean Soup |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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With most of the food in the house being saved for christmas eve/day, I was hard-pressed to find anything to eat. I decided to make soup out of canned goods i had in the house. Couldn't find a recipei liked, so i made up my own. It was really good and my parents couldn't eat enough of it. The tomato puree adds a thick body to the soup which makes it hearty and thick. I made this about a week ago and I may not have remembered all the ingredients or steps. If i left anything out I'll be sure to add it. However, this soup is really versatile so don't be afraid to make it your own! Any leftover vegetables would be a welcome participant. Enjoy! Ingredients:
2 tablespoons desired cooking oil (i used vegetable) |
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced |
1 small onion, chopped |
1 carrot, peeled and chopped |
4 (8 ounce) cans black beans, undrained |
1 (8 ounce) can seasoned chili beans, undrained |
1 (8 ounce) can sweet corn, drained |
1 (14 ounce) can tomato puree |
2 teaspoons cumin |
1 teaspoon chili powder (optional) |
3 -4 cups chicken broth (depends how thick you want it, you can always add more later. veggie stock can be substitued for a v) |
salt and pepper |
1 pinch cilantro leaf |
Directions:
1. heat oil in the bottom of the soup pot. Add onion, garlic and carrot until the onion becomes clear.
2. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
3. Add the beans, corn, cumin, cilantro, and chili powder if using, and bring to a boil (not a rapid boil because the soup is pretty thick).
4. Add tomato puree and heat again until hot and steamy.
5. salt and pepper to taste. i personally didn't use salt because canned veggies are pretty salty on their own, but for people who like a lot of salt, i would add some.
6. The longer you leave the soup cooking on low, the better the flavors meld together. However it can be served immediately if you're in a rush.
7. Serve with crackers, because this soup is perfect for them! Also good with a little cheese sprinkled on top (whatever kind you enjoy).
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