Fast and Delicious Black Bean Soup

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Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Serves: 4-6

2 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 orange bell pepper, chopped

1 jalapeno, seeds removed and minced

3 garlic clove, minced

2 (15.0 ounce can) black beans

1 (14.0 ounce can) chicken broth

2 cup cooked ham, cubed

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/8 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, for serving

1 cup sour cream, for serving

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the onion, bell peppers, jalapeno, and garlic, and cook 5 minutes, until tender. Mix in 1 can black beans and chicken broth.

In a blender, puree remaining can of beans until smooth. Mix into the pot. Bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Mix in ham, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer 20 minutes. Garnish with desired amount of cheddar cheese and sour cream to serve.