Puerto Rican Black Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (15 oz.) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 c. water
1 small onion, quartered
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tsp. cumin
3/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves
2 Tbsp. chopped green bell pepper
4 tsp. sour cream

Preparation

Measure 1/4 cup black beans; set aside for garnish.
In food processor bowl with metal blade or in blender container, combine beans, chicken broth, water, onion, garlic, cumin and oregano leaves.
Process until smooth.
Transfer mixture to medium saucepan.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
Place in serving bowls.
Garnish with reserved black beans, chopped bell pepper and sour cream. Makes 4 (1 cup) servings.