Budget-Friendly Black Bean Soup

This is yummy, and can be made as healthy or unhealthy as you like by using full ingredients, or substituting low fat, low sodium items.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 2-4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups beef broth (no or low sodium)
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 1  small onion, chopped
• 3 (14 1/2ounce) cans black beans
• 1  cup salsa (or more if you like spicier)
• 1  teaspoon cumin
•  sour cream (optional)
•  shredded cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Before beginning, drain and rinse two of the cans of black beans and set aside.
2. Using a potato masher, mash up the remaining can of beans with the juice.
3. Add the salsa and cumin to the mashed beans and set aside.
4. In your pot, combine the broth, water and onion, and bring to a boil.
5. Simmer till onions are tender.
6. Add the rinsed and mashed beans and stir well.
7. Simmer at a low heat for half an hour or so.
8. Serve with a dollop of sour cream.