Dear Readers,
Saw this recipe in the Costco Connection Magazine that was submitted by a Costco customer. Tried it and really like it – so did “hubby”. In fact he remarked that it was perfect with a cold beer!
Quick Black Bean Soup
2 cans organic black beans
1 cup low-sodium salsa
1 cup chicken broth
1 to 2 teaspoons taco seasoning (recipe follows)
Chopped cilantro
Tortilla strips
Add two cans of organic black beans to your blender. Then add 1 cup salsa and blend until it is at the desired consistency. Add about 1 cup chicken broth to thin out soup. Stir in taco seasoning and transfer to saucepan and heat. Garnish with chopped cilantro and crispy tortilla strips.
Makes 2 hearty servings.
Taco Seasoning:
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Mix together and store in air-tight container.
Hope you enjoy the soup and remember to
Keep smilin’!
