Black Bean Soup

Black Bean Soup                     

1 Tbsp canola oil                                1/2 c. prepared salsa         

1 small onion, chopped                     1/4 tsp. salt

1 Tbsp. chili powder                           1 Tbsp. lime juice

1 tsp. ground cumin                            Garnishes: sour cream, cilantro

1 15-oz cans black beans, rinsed                   

3 c. water

Beat oil in lg. saucepan over medium heat.  Add onion and cook, about 2-3

minutes. Add chili powder and cumin, cook additional minute. Add beans,

water, salsa, and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 mins.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro

IF USING DRY BEANS:  Rinse, go through beans.Put beans in a bowl and

cover with water so water is about 2" above beans. Remove any floating beans.

Soak overnight on the counter. Then follow directions above.