Black bean soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with black beans, vegetables, and spices, and often served with a dollop of sour cream or avocado. This recipe adds a touch of sherry and lime for a bright and refreshing flavor. The soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, vegetarian or with meat, there is a black bean soup recipe out there for everyone.
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KEMP'S VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN SOUP WITH SHERRY & LIME
Entered for safe-keeping, adapted from Gourmet Executive Food Editor Kemp Minifie in April 2007 Gourmet. Kemp is speaking my language with these ingredients! I swear the shot of Cream Sherry added to my Black Bean Soup at El Tio Pepe's launched an endless search for the perfect Black Bean Soup. This recipe calls for dried black beans cooked according to Recipe #512333. Corn bread goes well with this, and so does a beer or a margarita. (Please don't mark down this recipe if you don't use Recipe#512333; it's integral to the taste.) I have not included the preparation time for Recipe#512333 in this recipe's times.
Provided by KateL
Categories Black Beans
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Puree black beans in batches in a blender. (Use caution if beans are hot). Transfer the puréed beans to a 2 1/2 - 3-quart heavy saucepan.
- Stir in 1 cup water, Sherry, lime juice, and salt to taste. Thin the soup with additional water if necessary to desired consistency.
- Bring to a simmer over moderate heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
- Note: Soup can be made ahead and chilled, uncovered, until completely cooled, then covered up to 5 days, or frozen 3 months. Reheat over low heat, thinning with water as necessary.
SHERRIED BLACK BEAN SOUP
When I was first introduced to the Mexican author Laura Esquivel, I didn't realize who she was. After one of NTWH's performances, she told me she wanted to write on our behalf. "Are you a writer?" I queried. Much to my embarrassment, in her humility she simply answered "Yes." A fellow Jesuit whispered into my ear, "Dunderhead, she's the author and screenwriter of Like Water for Chocolate." We have since become great friends. She cooks for me often, and shows me the warmth and love of all of Mexico from her kitchen. This Sherried Black Bean Soup has a Mexican tang.
Provided by Food Network
Time 4h50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large, heavy saucepan, bring the beans and 4 cups of water to a boil. Boil briskly for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 1 hour.
- In a 5-quart Dutch oven, melt the butter. Add the onions, celery, carrot, and garlic, and cook until soft but not browned. Add the ham hock, the remaining 4 cups water, parsley, salt, cayenne pepper, cloves, mustard seed, bay leaf, and beans (with their liquid). Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 3 hours.
- Remove the ham hocks and let cool slightly. Remove and discard bay leaf. Place about half of the beans with about 1 cup of the liquid from the soup in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Return the puree to the soup in the Dutch oven.
- Remove the ham from its bone and add the meat to the soup. (Discard fat, bones and skin.) Reheat the soup over medium heat. Stir in the sherry. Serve hot soup with choice of garnishes to sprinkle on top.
BLACK-BEAN SOUP WITH SHERRY AND LIME
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Citrus Vegetarian Quick & Easy Lunch Lime Sherry Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Purée black beans in batches in a blender (use caution if beans are hot) and transfer as puréed to a 2 1/2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan. Stir in 1 cup water, Sherry, lime juice, and salt to taste, then thin soup, if necessary, to desired consistency with additional water. Bring to a simmer over moderate heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
BLACK BEAN SOUP WITH LIME
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Pork Super Bowl Lunch Lime Winter Simmer Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 5-quart kettle simmer ham hock in 3 quarts water, covered, 1 hour. Add beans, onion, and bay leaf and simmer, uncovered, 1 hour, or until beans are just tender. Stir in tomatoes with juice, salt, and remaining cup water and simmer soup 45 minutes, or until beans are tender. Soup may be made 1 day ahead, cooled completely, and chilled, covered.
- Remove ham hock and reserve for another use. Discard bay leaf and stir in lime juice to taste. Divide soup among 8 bowls and garnish with lime slices.
EASY SHERRY BLACK BEAN SOUP
From Real Simple magazine, Fake it, Don't Make it section, Nov. 2003. Canned black beans, salsa, sour cream and canned chicken broth-and Lime and dry sherry are optional. OK to freeze since it reheats beautifully.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Black Beans
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat salsa in a large saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the beans and broth, then heat to boiling; reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 minutes.
- Cool slightly, then spoon half the soup into a food processor or blender and puree.
- Return the pureed soup to the saucepan and heat through. (I think this means with the other half that is not pureed so that it has some texture).
- Serve with sour cream, additional salsa, and a squeeze of lime (if using). Or stir in 1-2 tablespoons dry sherry to each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.3, Sodium 778.7, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 20.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 23.3
Tips:
- Soak the black beans overnight or for at least 4 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients. Some good options include onions, garlic, celery, carrots, and bell peppers.
- Add some spices to your soup to give it a flavorful kick. Some good options include cumin, chili powder, and paprika.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many ways to make black bean soup, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
Conclusion:
Black bean soup is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover black beans, and it is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty soup to warm you up on a cold day, black bean soup is a great option.
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