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Soupy Black Beans Recipe

Warm up on a chilly evening or spice up your next BBQ with this hearty and flavorful Soupy Black Bean recipe! Adapted from an everyday food magazine, this recipe is perfect for two, easily scaled up for a crowd, and even microwave-friendly for quick weeknight meals. The rich black bean broth is complemented by fresh scallions and zesty salsa, finished with a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess. Get ready for a taste of comfort!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 216.8 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Soupy Black Beans

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How to Make Soupy Black Beans

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 chopped scallions and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (drained and rinsed) and 1 cup of water.
  4. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of your favorite salsa and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

1g

Carbs

12g

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