Gloria's Black Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Gloria's Black Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound dried black beans; 3 quarts water; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and chopped; 2 shallots, chopped; 2 onions, chopped; 8 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons dried oregano; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 red onion, diced, for garnish; 8 ounces sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 pound dried black beans
3 quarts water
2 bay leaves
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 large red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
2 shallots, chopped
2 onions, chopped
8 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons salt
1 red onion, diced, for garnish
8 ounces sour cream, for garnish (optional)

1
Place the beans in a nonreactive pan.
2
Cover with the 3 quarts of water, add the bay leaves, and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce the heat and simmer the beans for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring frequently and adding more water if necessary to keep them well covered.
4
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a saute pan or skillet.
5
Saute the bell peppers, shallots, and onions over medium heat until the onions are translucent, about 15 minutes.
6
Add the garlic, cumin, dried and fresh oregano, and saute for an additional 2 minutes.
7
Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
8
Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
9
When the beans are almost tender, add the pureed mixture, sugar, and salt to the beans and cook until just tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
10
Adjust the seasonings, garnish with the red onion and sour cream, and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound dried black beans, 3 quarts water, 2 bay leaves, 1 cup extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Gloria's Black Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Gloria's Black Bean Soup

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