BLACK BEAN-TOMATO SOUP WITH CILANTRO-LIME CREAM

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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

Provided by wicked cook 46

Categories     Black Beans

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp.
  • Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings in pan; set bacon aside.
  • Add onion and celery to pan; cook 5 minutes or until celery is tender.
  • Stir in 3/4 teaspoon cumin, chile powder, and garlic; cook 1 minute.
  • Stir in bacon, pepper, beans, tomatoes, and broth; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
  • 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).
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Pour into a large bowl.
  • Repeat procedure with remaining bean mixture; process until smooth. Keep warm.
  • Combine sour cream, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin, cilantro, rind, and juice in a small bowl. Drizzle cream over soup.

Olawepo Timothy
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Just made this soup for dinner and it was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfect and the soup was so hearty and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Swapna Akhtar
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party. My friends raved about the creamy texture and the bold flavors. I'm definitely making it again for my next potluck.


Md Srron
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I'm not usually a fan of black bean soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of the beans, tomatoes, and spices was so flavorful and satisfying. I especially loved the cilantro lime cream on top - it added a nice tanginess that really b


Petros Shamba
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OMG, this soup is AMAZING!!


Evanna Salina
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This black bean tomato soup with cilantro lime cream exceeded all my expectations. The flavors were perfectly balanced, the soup was creamy but not too thick, and the addition of the avocado and crumbled cotija cheese on top added a delicious and aut