Soup, Chili, Stew and Dumpling Recipes
Black Bean and Onion Soup
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup black beans, rinse and drain
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons celery, chopped
- 3 tablespoons green onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon gingerroot, shredded
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 6 ounce spinach leaves, stemmed and washed
- 4 tablespoons non/low-fat sour cream
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 6 cups water
Instructions
- In a 4 quart pot, combine the beans, onion, celery, green onions, garlic, ginger, and pepper to taste. Add 6 cups of water and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 45 to 60 minutes.
- Place the spinach leaves in a sauté pan at medium high heat. Stir for 2 to 4 minutes. Chop the cooked spinach; set aside.
- Stir the spinach into the soup and mix well. Spoon sour cream into the center of each serving, and sprinkle with cilantro.