THIS FLAVORFUL SOUP with a Brazilian-inspired flavoring is good served warm or cold.

Brazilian Black Bean Soup

Ingredients

1 garlic clove

¼ c. onion

2 tbsp. poblano peppers

⅓ c. celery

1 can (15 ounces) black beans

1 tbsp. olive oil

2 cups UltraBroth or organic vegetable broth

2 tsp. chili powder

⅛ tsp. ground cloves

1 tsp. cumin

¼ tsp. paprika

⅛ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

½ tsp. sea salt

2 tbsp. fresh cilantro

Mince garlic. Dice onion, poblano pepper and celery. Drain, rinse, and dry black beans.

In a stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, peppers, celery and garlic for 4–5 minutes or until vegetables start to soften.

Add vegetable broth, beans, and all herbs and spices EXCEPT cilantro. Simmer for 20–30 minutes or until beans are soft, stirring as needed.

Add cilantro and simmer an additional 1 minute.

Remove from heat and chill.

Makes:  4 servings

Prep time:  10 minutes

Cook time:  35 minutes