BLACK BEAN SOUP

By bjnelson55

This soup is made in minutes. We enjoy it with Herbed Dinner Rolls from an older issue of Simple & Delicious. Add a salad for a complete meal that’s really tasty.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1-1/2 cups Progresso ® Chicken Broth
• 3/4 cup chunky salsa
• 1/2 cup canned whole kernel corn, drained
• Dash hot pepper sauce
• 2 teaspoons lime juice
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Preparation

Step 1

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 2 minutes or until heated through. Pour into four serving bowls; drizzle each with lime juice. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.


Nutrition Facts: 1 cup equals 229 calories, 8 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 32 mg cholesterol, 1,004 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 12 g protein.