SOUP!

[RN-PRN]

This is a recipe from the Eat-Clean Diet cookbook from Tosca Reno. It is very delicious. My kids even like it!

Maui Black Bean Soup

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 ribs celery coarsely chopped
1 fat carrot, peeled and chopped
1 red pepper, seeded and chopped
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves of garlic passed through garlic press
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp basil
1 tsp chili powder
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable stock
2 15 oz cans of black beans
1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes
1 C fresh corn kernels
sea salt and fresh ground black pepper

Saute celery, carrot, peppers, and onion in olive oil over medium heat. About 8 min. or until onions translucent. Add garlic and spices. Cook another 2 min.

Add stock/broth, beans and tomatoes. Bring to boil then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for about 20 min. Using an immersion blender, puree to desired consistency. Add corn and let simmer for 5 min. Season with salt and pepper.