Quick Black Bean Soup

Quick Black Bean Soup
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Quick Black Bean Soup Autumn will be even more special with this recipe. Head to the store and pick up beans, water, ground pepper, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Combine first 5 ingredients in a large saucepan.
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Add 1 1/2 cans beans; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
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Place bean mixture in a blender.
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Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure lid on blender.
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Place a clean towel over opening in lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth. Return soup to pan.
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Add remaining 1/2 can of beans to pan; cook 2 minutes. Stir in juice; set aside.
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Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
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Add ham to pan; cook 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Ladle 1 cup soup into each of 4 bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon ham.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score24
Dish TypesSoup
OccasionsFallWinter
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