SASSY BLACK BEAN SOUP 
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 c. chopped onion
2 sm. cloves garlic, minced
2 (15 oz.) cans black beans, drained
14 1/2 oz. can stewed tomatoes, undrained & chopped
10 1/2 oz. can chicken broth
1/2 c. commercial picante sauce (I use Pace hot)
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Heat oil in large nonstick saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add onion and garlic; saute until tender. Add beans and next 5 ingredients, stirring well. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer uncovered 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. Garnish with cilantro when served if desired.

 

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