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

Method

Step 1

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

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 4

Add cilantro and simmer an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Remove from heat and chill.