beans, beans, they're good for your heart...

making this soup this weekend courtesy of left on amelia...


roasted black bean soup

ingredients:
1 package of bacon, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
8-10 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp chili powder
5 cans black beans
2 fire roasted tomatoes
15 ounces chicken broth
salt & pepper to taste

directions:

1. In a large stock pot, saute the bacon first to get a nice greasy base
2. add the chopped veggies and seasonings
3. add all the beans, tomatoes, and broth and then let it simmer for a while
4. scoop it into the blender and blend it down, serve with toppings of choice.