Smoky Black Bean Soup

5 from 4 votes

This Smoky Black Bean Soup is made with bacon, ham, smoked paprika, and brewed coffee. Everything is cooked just right, so serve it simple, with fresh lime juice, sliced avocado, and some cheese, for a perfect family meal.

Prep Time15

Cook Time45

Course: Soups

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 276kcal

Author: Gabriela

Equipment

Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

Ingredients

4 slices of bacon
16 ounce smoked ham chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions chopped
3 carrots diced
3 celery ribs chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
1 medium red bell pepper
60 ounces black beans canned 4 cans(use the juice as well)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
28 ounces can crushed tomatoes
1 ½ tablespoons cumin
1 ½ tablespoons smoked paprika
3 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 ½ cups brewed coffee
1 lemon or lime juice

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Instructions

Dice the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and pepper. Set them aside. Dice the bacon and ham.
Add the bacon and ham to a large pot over medium heat. Cook them until the bacon releases its fat.
Add the olive oil, diced carrots, onions, celery, garlic, and pepper, and cook together for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the can of crushed tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, cumin, smoked paprika, broth, coffee, and beans. Bring the soup to a boil, cover the pot, and lower the heat. Allow the soup to simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
Before serving, stir in the lime/lemon juice. If you prefer the soup thicker, you can also puree part of it.
Serve it with more fresh lime juice and some diced avocado. Optional, add shredded cheese and tortilla chips.

Notes

Leftovers:

In the refrigerator: This recipe is for a big batch of soup, so the leftovers will keep well in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 to 5 days.

In the freezer: Place it in a freezer container or freezer bag when it is at room temperature and freeze it for up to two months. It can be reheated in the microwave or on the stove.

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