Herbed Black Bean Soup Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In25 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 Black beans1 pound
 Onion1
 Bay leaf1
 Parsley - a sprig
 Onion1
 Green pepper1 To taste
 Garlic2 Clove (5gm)
 Oil1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Oregano1 Teaspoon
 Sugar1 Teaspoon
 Vinegar1 Teaspoon
 Tomato sauce1 Can (10oz)
 Dry sherry1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Onion - chopped,for garnish

Directions

GETTING READY
1) Soak black beans for about 12 hours in water to cover.

MAKING
2) To the same water add onion stuck with cloves, bay leaf and parsley.
3) Now allow water to a boil and cook beans until soft.
4) Cook onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender.
5) Add the above to the beans along with the remaining ingredients and cook until the mixture slightly thickens.

SERVING
6) Ladle in dry sherry and serve with finely chopped, raw onion scattered on top. (If a smooth soup is desired, puree in a blender.)
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