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Black Bean Soup

Black Bean Soup

The ultimate comfort food, Black Bean Soup is creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect for cold days, and it’s a warm bowl of goodness that everyone will love!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Black Beans
  • 1 large Onion
  • 2 medium Red Bell Peppers
  • 2 quarts Vegetable Broth
  • 1/3 cup Frank's Cayenne Hot Sauce
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Chopped Scallions
  • Cilantro
  • Jalapeno Slices
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Lime Wedges
  • Sour Cream

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Blender
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Peeler

Method
 

  1. Start by taking your dried black beans and rinsing them under cool water. Make sure to remove any debris or stones. This step is crucial for the quality of your soup.
  2. In a large slow cooker, add the rinsed black beans along with the diced onion, diced red bell peppers, minced garlic, and bay leaves. This combination of ingredients creates a flavorful base for your soup.
  3. Next, pour in the vegetable broth until all the ingredients are covered. The broth serves to hydrate the beans and infuse all the flavors together.
  4. Add the Frank's Cayenne Hot Sauce, ground cumin, and a good amount of salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything gently to combine.
  5. Set your slow cooker to medium heat and cover it. Let it cook for about 10 to 12 hours. It's okay if you can't wait that long, but the longer it cooks, the better the flavors meld.
  6. After the beans have cooked and are tender, carefully remove the bay leaves. Remember, they’re not meant to be eaten!
  7. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until about two-thirds of the beans are pureed. This will give your soup a creamy consistency while still retaining some whole beans for texture.
  8. At this stage, taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. The flavors should be rich and harmonious.
  9. Once you're satisfied with the taste, serve the soup hot. Ladle it into bowls and top with chopped scallions, cilantro, jalapeno slices, shredded cheese, lime wedges, and a dollop of sour cream for a delightful finish.
  10. Enjoy your warm bowl of Black Bean Soup with some crusty bread or tortilla chips. It’s the perfect dish to share with loved ones!

Notes

Slow cookers vary in temperature. If yours tends to run hot, check the soup after 8 hours.