Black Bean Soup
This Black Bean Soup is best when topped with sour cream and a few scallions.
I really wanted to make a soup I haven’d had in a while.
As I dug through my recipe box this Black Bean Soup jumped out at me.
I have been collecting recipes to try lately and this is one.
The image isn’t spectacular but the soup sure is!!
Since we are trying to eat healthier I have been trying foods I never would before.
I know this Black Bean Soup is a favorite of my my family so I decided to get out of my comfort zone and give it a fair try.
Veggies are always low on my list unless they are raw or came with a dip.
I get most of my veggies from salads and veggie trays.
These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:
- 10 slices bacon, finely chopped
- 2 medium onions, chopped, about 2.5 cups
- 6 cloves garlic, pressed
- 14.5 ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups canned chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 4 cans 15 1/2-ounce cans black beans, drained but not rinsed
- 2 shakes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 1/2 lime juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 Bunch Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
- 4 ounces Sour cream, for garnish
These are the INSTRUCTIONS for preparation:
- Put the bacon into a large heavy pot and place it over medium heat.
- Cook until it starts to give up its fat, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in the onions and cook, stirring, until they start to turn translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook until you can smell it, about 1 minute.
- Add the broth, tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire, and chili powder. Stir in the beans, turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.
- Adjust the heat so the soup is bubbling gently and cook 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, pick off all the thick stems from the cilantro. Wash it and shake dry.
- Chop the cilantro coarsely and stir it into the soup when it has been simmering 10 minutes. cook until the soup is thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice.
- Serve with the garnishes.
My husband had a bowl of this soup at Panera and I grabbed a teaspoon to give it a taste.
I won’t lie, it was the sour cream on top that encouraged me.
I really expected this soup would be dry as it was so thick. I was prepared for it to also be tasteless.
To my surprise it was wonderful! I couldn’t stop tasting it and after a few minutes my husband flagged the waitress for another bowl for himself.
The addition of the sour cream made it a bit less thick and I could taste a hint of the sou cream.
The scallions gave it a sweet flavor as they weren’t too strong.
It also gave it a slight chewier texture since the beans were soft.
And the bacon didn’t hurt either. Since I am a bacon lover I may try to add a bit more bacon bits. I am not sure if that will give it too much of a bacon flavor.
Mu daughter-in-law is ALWAYS telling me that a good ingredient doesn’t always mean more is better.
But I am going to try it with my own bowl next time.
And there will be a next time.
My entire family loved the soup.
I served it with homemade baguettes and butter. I lam a dunker from way back. This combo was irresistible!!
This recipe is delicious and ready in 45 minutes. You have to give it a try!
Black Bean Soup
Ingredients
- 10 slices bacon, finely chopped
- 2 medium onions, chopped, about 2.5 cups
- 6 cloves garlic, pressed
- 14.5 ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups canned chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 4 cans 15 1/2-ounce cans black beans, drained but not rinsed
- 2 shakes Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 1/2 lime juice of 1/2 lime
- 1 Bunch Thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
- 4 ounces Sour cream, for garnish
Instructions
- Put the bacon into a large heavy pot and place it over medium heat.
- Cook until it starts to give up its fat, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in the onions and cook, stirring, until they start to turn translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook until you can smell it, about 1 minute.
- Add the broth, tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire, and chili powder. Stir in the beans, turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.
- Adjust the heat so the soup is bubbling gently and cook 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, pick off all the thick stems from the cilantro. Wash it and shake dry.
- Chop the cilantro coarsely and stir it into the soup when it has been simmering 10 minutes. cook until the soup is thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice.
- Serve with the garnishes.
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wonderful, highly recommend
Thank you Jennifer. Enjoy your holiday!
I just discovered black beans a couple of months ago. I can’t wait to try this recipe.
It is so good! If you like bacon, the subtle taste will just add to the experience. Have a good day.
Marilyn this looks so yummy even now in the summertime I could not resist this delicious soup!
It is great for a rainy day. Delicious and haearty. Thx Mary. Have a good day.
My daughter LOVES black beans. We do a lot with them, but we have not made a black bean soup. I will have to try with her. Thanks for linking up to Reader Tip Tuesday – hope to see you at this week’s party. xo
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Oh I am sure Jodie you will make a tasty version. I would love to see it on your blog! I wish you a wonderful week!
I have seen videos of the eclipse and it was stunning! I have never seen one and I’d love to witness it someday. This soup looks perfect! Thanks for sharing!
I remember seeing it in the 60’s as a kid. I was in awe. But this time, the sky didn’t get dark but just cast some long shadows. It wasn’t until my husband came home with the glasses I could even see it. It was hard for me to find. Guess it must be old age. ? I wish you a wonderful week!
Looks really good Marilyn I love black bean sauce is it like that?
It is a bit thicker. More like a Mexican bean sauce? But your sauce may already be thick. Enjoy!
Oh yummy!! I’ve not heard of black bean soup! But your recipe sounds delicious!!
Thank you Sam. It is a very hearty soup. Enjoy!
I love black beans, but have never had black bean soup. This sound really spicy which is very appealing.
It is a very delish soup. The bacon really lends a welcome flavor too. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Have a great week!
Hi Marilyn,
We love Black Bean Soup and your recipe looks delicious! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday. Have a great weekend and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen
Thank you Miz Helen for the kind review. Have a great week!
I’ve been wondering what to do with the black beans I have in the pantry. Thank you for the inspiration and have a great holiday. We hope to see you again next week at Celebrate Your Story!
Glad to help. I wouldn’t miss Celebrate Your Story! Have a good week!
Your black bean soup looks and sounds delicious. I will definitely try this when the weather gets a little cooler!
I do hope you get the chance to sample this soup. It is hearty and delicious. Great for a cold day. Have a good week!
Black bean soup is one of my favorites. And anything made with bacon is usually an instant hit. Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
They are so good together in this soup. I hope you get a chance to try it. Have a good week.
Black bean is one of my favorite soups and your recipe is different from mine (it’s from Katherine’s Catering in Ann Arbor). Love the bacon of course – why didn’t I think of that? Thanks for coming to Fiesta Friday fellow Michigander 🙂 GO BLUE?
I would like to try yours, too! I am in Commerce, near Milford. And YES! GO BLUE!! Have a good week.
This is the perfect recipe! I have all the ingredients and I am going to make it today or tomorrow. I’ll let you know how it turns out!! Thanks Marilyn!
I look forward to hearing Char. I love when I have all the ingredients on hand! (Almost never happens). Have a great week!
Marilyn, Your recipe looks delicious! Looking forward to soup weather!! Pinning to share.
Thank you Laurie. Enjoy!
I didn’t see this in time for the eclipse, but I’m guessing the recipe will still work. 🙂 We were a little south of the eclipse, and although it was 97% here, you couldn’t tell very much difference in the light. The sun sure puts out a lot of light even when it’s 97% covered.
We didn’t go dark here in Michigan either Lisa. In fact, I didn’t even see the sun until my husband gave me his glasses. Then it was so obvious! Yes, this soup tastes just a s good in broad daylight as it does in the dark. Have a great day.
This looks soooo good!! Black Beans are one of my favorite things, I can’t wait to try this!
I hope you to get to enjoy this soup soon! Have a good week!
I love black bean soup. Of all the soups I have made this is one that I have not tried to create.
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This was the first time I actually tasted it. My family have always loved it! Have a blessed week!
I love soup and I love black beans – and this looks amazing! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party!
You are always so kind Helen. Have a blessed week!
We love black beans for chili, soup, pizza, pasta salad… and lots more! My soups have been tasty, but yours looks amazing!!!! You added some extra ingredients that would make it extra good. 🙂
It really is delicious. Thanks and have a great day!
Yum. I made this once for a wizard themed party for one of my sons. And so now, I will spend the rest of the day with “All I want is black bean soup . . .” singing in my brain!
I love it. It is one of my healthier dishes. I hope you get to enjoy it soon! Thanks and have a great day!
Marilyn,
Your soup looks amazing and the sour cream makes it!
Thank you Judee! I hope you get to try it. Have a great week!
This looks amazing and for an even healthier boost u could use beef or turkey bacon…I prefer beef myself…. You could also easily replace any of the ingredients with fresh organic options if you had time…but I love that if you don’t have the time there is a way to make it quickly!!! I’m a huge fan of beans….I’m not sure why except maybe they are my comfort foods.
Thanks Jenna for commenting. I love soup because you can always throw whatever you have into the mix and it always comes out tasting awesome.
Oh this soup looks so good. Would love a nice bowl-full right now but, alas, I do not have any. Pinning it for future reference. 🙂
Thanks Sinea! If I could figure out how to express it and keep it hot the soup would be at your door right now.