Black Bean Soup (Sopa De Frijoles Negros)

Black beans are a part of the staple food in Mexico.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 24  ounces black beans (3 cans)
• 1 1⁄2 cups chicken broth
• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1  small onion, chopped
• 10  garlic cloves, finely chopped (or to taste)
• 16  ounces salsa
• 1  lime, juice of
• 1  tablespoon ground cumin
• 1  teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄2 cup plain yogurt

Directions

1. Place beans with liquid and chicken broth in blender or food processor and blend until smooth. You can leave part of the beans whole if you wish, it gives a nice texture.
2. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic: cook for 1-2 or until the onion is tender. Add beans, salsa, lime juice, cumin and red pepper.
3. Bring to boil and reduce heat to low, cover. Cook while stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes.
4. Serve with a drizzle of youghurt, and garnish with chopped red onion and fresh cilantro.