Black Bean Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 (16 ounce) cans black beans, undrained, divided
    1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
    nonstick cooking spray
    1 small onion, chopped
    1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
    1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
    4 teaspoons lime juice
    2 teaspoons ground cumin
    1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
    1/3 cup plain yogurt (optional)
    fresh cilantro leaves
Preparation
    PLACE 1 can of beans with liquid and broth in blender or food processor; cover. Blend until smooth. Coat large saucepan with cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
    ADD blended bean mixture, remaining beans and liquid, salsa, lime juice, cumin and crushed red pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve topped with yogurt. Garnish with cilantro.

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