Black Bean and Sweet Potato Soup

From: Holmfridur Karlsdottir

On May 20, 2008

A great and simple recipe. I used a stovepot and only had one can of black beans so I topped it of with kidney beans. I would say that the sour cream on top is a must.

From: Ruthieroo

On Apr 15, 2008

Yummy! I made this in the crockpot. I used dried black beans and I didn't have coriander so I used a little chili powder in addition the cumin. I might have added extra cumin, too, I didn't really measure. (I love cumin!) The corn added really good texture and the sour cream is a good suggestion, too. (Didn't have limes.) This is one of those meals that I think is perfect for the crockpot and I probably wouldn't like it as well on the stovetop as I think the long cooking time is really essential for optimum flavor. Thanks for the great recipe!

From: *Parsley*

On Sep 16, 2006

I love black beans and sweet potatoes (or yams), too, so I knew I was going to love this soup. As per your introduction, I adapted this to the stovetop method. Th spices are just right, and the corn is a nice addition for some subtle crunch. I used nonstick cooking spray in place of the oil, so I cut the fat by a little more. I used yams instead of seet potatoes (I just like them better). A dallop of cool sour cream is wonderful on top. I'll be making this often; thanx!

From: 23spices

On Jan 14, 2008

This was great. I threw it in the crockpot and took it to a football party and had NONE left for my lunch today! Even the kids hoovered multiple bowls which surprised me. I used a combo of beer and chicken broth. I used a Leiny’s Sunset Wheat beer, and thought the coriander and fruit notes in the beer were a perfect compliment to the flavors. While it was good just as it was, I think next time, I will use a can of tomatoes with mild chilies to add a touch of heat as some suggested.