Spicy Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

Drescription

A bold and hearty soup packed with black beans, veggies, and spices. Slow-cooked for depth of flavor, it’s perfect with toppings like avocado and lime, and works great as a vegan main course.

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry black beans, soaked overnight
• 4 teaspoons diced jalapeno peppers
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Directions

1. Drain black beans, and rinse.
2. Combine beans, jalapenos, and chicken broth in a slow cooker. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, pepper, and hot pepper sauce.
3. Cook on High for 4 hours. Reduce heat to Low, and continue cooking for 2 hours, or until you are ready to eat.