Black Bean Soup

An easy to make, hearty soup that keeps you satisfied for hours. From Brenda Watson's, The Fiber35 Diet. My toddlers like it too!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 6 cups

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup celery, diced
• 1⁄2 cup onion, minced
• 1⁄4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1  teaspoon dried oregano
• 1  teaspoon chili powder
• 1  teaspoon fresh black pepper
• 2  cups vegetable broth
• 1  cup water
• 3 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes

Directions

1. Heat oil in medium stockpot over medium heat.
2. Add celery, minced onion, and bell pepper.
3. Cook about 10 minutes until tender.
4. Add garlic and next 4 ingredients; cook 3 more minutes.
5. Add broth, water, beans, and tomatoes.
6. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15-30 minutes.