In which this soup came out PERFECTLY DELICIOUS.

Black Bean and Lime Soup

4 Tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, white, diced
1 bell pepper, red, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 rib celery, chopped
1 jalapeno, minced
2 cups broth
3 cans black beans
2 tsp. apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. coriander
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 bay leaf
salt & pepper, to taste
hot sauce, to taste
lime juice, to taste

Put a few tablespoons of oil into the bottom of a pan. Add onion, jalapeno, red bell pepper, garlic, and celery. Sautee until soft.

Add 2 cups of broth, two cans of drained and rinsed black beans, spices, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer until tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Puree soup in a blender or food processor. Return to pan, add final can of drained and rinsed black beans. Heat. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and hot sauce.

To serve, add lime juice and garnish with sour cream, avocado, tomato, and/or cheese.

If you freeze this soup, withhold lime juice until serving time.