Brazilian Black Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 1 Clove Garlic
• 1/4 Cup Onion
• 2 Tablespoons Poblano Pepper
• 1/3 Cup Celery
• 1 Cans (15 ounce) Black Beans
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 Cups UltraBroth or organic vegetable broth
• 2 Teaspoons Chili Powder
• 1/8 Teaspoon Ground Cloves
• 1 Teaspoon Cumin
• 1/4 Teaspoon Paprika
• 1/8 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes crushed
• 1/2 Teaspoon Sea Salt
• 2 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro

Preparation

1. Mince garlic. Dice onion, poblano pepper and celery. Drain, rinse, and dry black beans.
2. 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.
3. Add vegetable broth, beans, and all herbs and spices EXCEPT cilantro. Simmer for 20–30 minutes or until beans are soft, stirring as needed.
4. Add cilantro and simmer an additional 1 minute.
5. Remove from heat and chill.