QUICK BLACK BEAN SOUP

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup sliced green onion
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 cans (19 oz / 540 mL each) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup medium salsa
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

1. Combine sour cream, cheese, green onion and cilantro until blended; set aside.
2. Place beans in a large saucepan; partially mash using a potato masher. Stir in broth, salsa, chili powder and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Ladle into bowls and top with sour cream mixture. Serve immediately.