Mexican Bean Soup

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Mexican Bean Soup

2 lbs of fresh plum tomatoes pureed in the food processor

2 fresh whole cloves, cleaned garlic

1 bell pepper

1 Can Pinto beans

1 can of kidney beans drained

1 can of black beans drained

2 sprigs of fresh parsley

1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder

1 package of chili seasoning

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

salt, pepper, cayenne to taste

1 to 1-1/2 pounds ground beef or ground turkey meat

Optional: 1 cup or whole kernal corn


Garnish:

shredded cheddar

cubed avocado pieces

tortilla chips

black olives

jalapenos

avocado slices

sour cream



Saute meat in 2 tablespoons of canola or olive oil. After pink is all gone, drain out all the oil from pan.

Add all beans and stir in tomatoes that are blended with spices, cook on low and simmer for around 2 hours or until thickened. You can also use a crock pot on hour 4 hours.

Ladle into bowls and top with garnish suggestions listed above.

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