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Spicy Black Bean Soup with Onion and Garlic

Ingredients -

1 pound (about 2 cups) Dried Black Beans, soaked overnight, then drained well
2-1/2 teaspoons Salt, approximately
1/2 cup Olive Oil
1 Large Onion, chopped
1 Large Green Bell Pepper, peeled, seeded and chopped
6 Garlic Cloves, chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons Dried Oregano, crushed
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

Preparation:

1. Place the drained beans in a large soup pot.

2. Cover with water by 1-1/2 inches.

3. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and cook for 45 minutes over medium heat.

4. In a large heavy skillet, heat the oil, add the vegetables and garlic and cook until tender.

5. Add the mixture to the soup pot.

6. Stir in the oregano, cayenne, black pepper and remaining salt.

7. Simmer the mixture for 1 hour, adding water if necessary.

8. Adjust the salt and pepper if desired.

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