Vegan Black Bean Soup

"A thick, hearty soup with a zesty flavor."

Ingredients

·         1 tablespoon olive oil

·         1 large onion, chopped

·         1 stalk celery, chopped

·         2 carrots, chopped

·         4 cloves garlic, chopped

·         2 tablespoons chili powder

·         1 tablespoon ground cumin

·         1 pinch black pepper

·         4 cups vegetable broth

·         4 (15 ounce) cans black beans

·         1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn

·         1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

Directions

1.   Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, celery, carrots and garlic for 5 minutes. Season with chili powder, cumin, and black pepper; cook for 1 minute. Stir in vegetable broth, 2 cans of beans, and corn. Bring to a boil.

2.   Meanwhile, in a food processor or blender, process remaining 2 cans beans and tomatoes until smooth. Stir into boiling soup mixture, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 15 minutes.