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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 (230g) Recipe makes 4 servings The following items or measurements are not included below: 2 center-cut bacon reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
Calories 163
Calories from Fat 23		(14%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 2.6g	4%
	Saturated Fat 1.3g	6%
	Monounsaturated Fat 0.7g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 5mg		1%
Sodium 240mg		10%
Potassium 621mg		17%
Total Carbohydrate 28.6g		9%
	Dietary Fiber 8.7g	34%
	Sugars 4.9g
Protein 8.5g		17%
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Black Bean-Tomato Soup With Cilantro-Lime Cream

Recipe #381726 | 35 min | 10 min prep | add private note

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By: wicked cook 46
Jul 16, 2009

From Cooking Light. This was one of the first black bean soups I made and we all enjoyed it very much. I used an immersion blender right in the pot. Timings are approximate

SERVES 4 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

2 center-cut bacon, slices chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion (about 1 small)
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added organic diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Directions

1
Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp.
2
Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings in pan; set bacon aside.
3
Add onion and celery to pan; cook 5 minutes or until celery is tender.
4
Stir in 3/4 teaspoon cumin, chile powder, and garlic; cook 1 minute.
5
Stir in bacon, pepper, beans, tomatoes, and broth; bring to a boil.
6
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
7
Place half of bean mixture in a blender. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure blender lid on blender. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters).
8
Blend until smooth.
9
Pour into a large bowl.
10
Repeat procedure with remaining bean mixture; process until smooth. Keep warm.
11
Combine sour cream, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin, cilantro, rind, and juice in a small bowl. Drizzle cream over soup.

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From: ceruleanseven

On Nov 15, 2009

Yum! I ended up discarding some of the extra liquid at the blender step, because I prefer a thicker soup. I didn't have chipotle powder, so I substituted some red pepper flakes. Served with chicken & cheddar quesadillas (which were excellent to dip in the soup, I definitely recommend it). Thanks for posting!

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From: Deantini

On Nov 12, 2009

I don't know where to start. First let me admit - I did not think I would like this soup because I have never come accros a black bean soup that I liked and I actually avoid them. I decided to make it because DH really likes them and I have never made one myself. So after putting it all together - I added a bit more garlic, a hot pepper, used 2 tsp chipotle in adobe sauce - I served it for the two of us and gave DH a big bowl and a ridicously small bowl for myself, thinking I should at least taste it. Boy - was I ever wrong!!!! We absolutely LOVED this soup - this is a must try - even for those of you who like me really don't like black bean soups I had to go back with my small bowl for several more. Like all the other reviews I will say that the sour cream topping is a MUST - it elevates the soup to new highs. I will be making this again for sure. Made for Gimme 5.

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From: Andi of Longmeadow Farm

On Oct 21, 2009

Followed exactly, and can't say I would change a thing, the only thing different I might do, is following the slurping with a jolly ol "jig"! Dancing around, what's this all about? Just you try and see before you get in a bout' .......Beans, cumin, tomatoes too, all bring this soup right to a crest-to. The sour cream dressing is a must! Perfectly, delightful! Made for Everyday is a Holiday October 2009

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From: Annacia

On Aug 24, 2009

If your looking for flavor with a capitol "F" you've just found it. I didn't puree and omitted the bacon out of personal preference and it still kicked butt. Don't skip the cream blend topping, it really is the crowning glory in this recipe. It's addition really sends this recipe over the top. Wicked you have done it again and given me another Keeper that is also so quick and easy. Made for Photo Tag

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