* Exported from MasterCook *

T.G.I. Friday's Black Bean Soup

Recipe By : courtesy of Just Me @ Lacee's Recipe Exchange
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :1:15
Categories : A Cold/Damp Night Idea Black Beans
Copycat Restaurant Recipe
Soups

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 cup diced onion -- white onion
3/4 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
2 tablespoons minced garlic
4 15-oz cans black beans -- rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon liquid Barbecue Smoke -- optional
shredded Jack and cheddar cheese -- for
accompaniment
chopped green onions -- for garnish
sour cream -- for garnish

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium/low heat. Add
onion, celery, carrot, bell pepper, and garlic to the oil and simmer
slowly (or"sweat" as it's called), for 15 minutes or until the onions are
practically clear. Keep the heat low enough that the veggies don't brown
and be careful not to burn the garlic or it will be bitter. While you cook
the veggies, pour the canned beans into a strainer and rinse them under
cold water. Measure 3 cups of the drained and strained beans into a food
processor with 1 cup of chicken stock. Puree on high speed until smooth.
When the veggies are ready, pour the pureed beans, the whole beans, the
rest of the chicken stock, and every other ingredient in the list (down to
liquid smoke), to the pot. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and
simmer uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes or until soup has thickened and all
the ingredients are tender. Serve topped with the cheese blend, chopped
green onions and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Copied by Tom Shunick - A soon to be Receptarist on the shores of
Rehoboth Bay, DE

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