Black bean Soup

This black bean soup is rich and delicious. With a hint of mexican and italian, you will surely enjoy this recipe! This soup is healthy and full of nutrients.

Ingredients:
extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion (finely chopped)
salt to taste
pinch of black pepper
1 tsp fenugreek leaves
2 bay leaves
3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
1 15oz can of black beans
2 tbsp: lime juice
3 tbsp of your favorite salsa or pico de gallo
2 tbsp pesto
2-3 dashes hot sauce
2 cups water
1 cup vegetable broth
grape tomatoes
chopped cilantro
sour cream

Directions:
In a deep pot add the olive oil and onion. Saute for about 3-4 minutes. Add the salt, pepper, fenugreek leaves, bay leaves, and garlic. Saute for another minute or two. Add the drained and smashed black beans.( Just smash with your hands as you add it in). Add the stock and water, lime juice, salsa, pesto and hot sauce. Adjust salt according to taste. Cook for about 20-25 minutes. The liquidity will greatly reduce as the soup cooks. Serve hot and garnish with sour cream, chopped grape tomatoes, and cilantro.