Southwest Black Bean Soup

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 1 lb. black beans
• 2 quarts water
• 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
• 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (16 oz) cans chopped tomatoes
• 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles
• 1 t. cumin
• 1 t. chili powder
• 1 t. lemon juice
• 1/4 t. crushed red pepper
• 1/4 C. chopped cilantro

Preparation

Step 1

Soak beans overnight in water. Bring to boil, cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 1 hour, then add remaining ingredients, except for cilantro. Cook until beans are tender, about 2 hours Add cilantro just before serving, mix in well and let rest, covered for about 15 minutes. Serve hot.

Great for slow cooker.