- Calories 286
- Fat 2.2g
- Satfat 0.8g
- Monofat 0.4g
- Polyfat 0.5g
- Protein 17g
- Carbohydrate 51.1g
- Fiber 17.1g
- Cholesterol 3mg
- Iron 4.4mg
- Sodium 697mg
- Calcium 82mg
Black Bean Soup
Cumin and fiery serrano chile infuse this simple soup as it cooks, and a dollop of sour cream provides a refreshing foil for the spicy flavors. For less heat, seed the chile first or use a milder pepper, such as jalapeño. You can also omit the chile altogether, if you prefer.
How to Make It
Sort and wash beans; place in a large bowl. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; cover and let stand 8 hours. Drain.
Combine beans, broth, and next 5 ingredients (through chile) in an electric slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW 10 hours. Discard bay leaves. Stir in juice and salt. Ladle 1 1/2 cups soup into each of 6 bowls; sprinkle each with 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro. Top each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons sour cream. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.
Chef's Notes
This recipe has been retested for Cooking Light Slow Cooker Tonight, 2012
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