Easy Black Bean Soup

Course Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Low Fat

Keyword Bacon, Bean, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Instant Pot Time 10

Servings 4 People

Calories 116kcal

Author Jennifer

10 slices Applewood Smoked Bacon optional, omit for a Vegetarian Meal
2 tsp Garlic Minced
15 oz Black Beans we like the spicy version for more flavor- if using these only lightly drained to keep some of the flavor
1 Onion Chopped
1 Bell Pepper Chopped
2 tbsp Olive oil *not needed if you are using bacon grease
32 oz Vegetable Broth
14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes, drained Fire Roasted or also great!
2 tbsp Heinz Ketchup A Smoky BBQ Sauce can be substituted for added flavor
2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
2 tbsp Chili Powder
1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese Garnish
1/2 cup Sour Cream Garnish
4 tbsp Cilantro Garnish

If you are choosing to use bacon, cut slices in the chunks.
Lightly saute' in the bottom of your stock pot. OR- Set you Instant Pot to saute' and cook for 7-8 minutes, until done.
Use the bacon grease to saute' your onions, peppers and garlic for 5 minutes. NOTE- If you are NOT using bacon add 2 tbsp oil to Instant Pot for the saute method.
Next add in your beans, light drained, and tomatoes. Add in your broth to the fill line and stir in Ketchup, Worcestershire, and chili powder. Cook for 30-40 minute over low heat on the stove top.
For Instant Pot- Place lid on Instant Pot, and cook at high pressure for 12 minutes. Once cooking is complete, quick vent your Instant Pot.
When finished use a hand held blender or potato masher for a smoother texture.
Garnish with sour cream, cheddar cheese and cilantro (optional)