Smokey Black-Bean Soup

It's starting to look, and feel, a little like Fall! I love soups, and this is one that is great all year round! This smokey, spicy soup is a Weight Watcher's recipe! So, make some up and enjoy the rich taste of this healthy soup!

Smokey Black-Bean Soup
Weight Watchers

4 cans black beans
1/4 lb canadian bacon
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teas ground cumin
1/2 teas ground chipotle chile pepper
4 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
1/4 teas salt

1. Place 2 cans of the black beans in a colander; rinse and drain. Transfer the beans to a bowl and stir in the remaining cans of beans.

2. Spray a large saucepan with non-stick spray, and set over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 3-4 minutes. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Add in the Cumin and Chipotle Chile Pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the beans and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, and simmer until slightly thickened; about 30 minutes.

3. Remove the saucepan from the heat; allow to cool about 10 minutes. Pour 4 cups of the soup in a blender and puree. Return the pureed soup to the saucepan and stir in the salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 2 minutes.

This is a hearty meal all by itself. If desired, serve with a salad, or pair with bread or even a warm tortilla!