Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2009

This soup definitely got better over time and the cheese and sour cream on top is a must. It definitely needs the fat from the ham, although I wonder if hot sausage might be best.

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Rebecca

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Reviewed: Nov. 7, 2009

A delicious and oh-so-easy black bean soup. I did not use carrots nor ham, but followed the recipe exactly as is, adding the juice of about 1/2 lime (which, to me, was a critical ingredient!). Also what makes this soup SO good are the toppings: I had bowls of sour cream, shredded cheddar, cilantro and fresh salsa for adding as desired. Simply delicious when all are added!! This soup is even better the next day.

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Donna Jean

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Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2009

Very good! I made this tonight with awesome results. Extremely quick and simple to throw together, and very tasty. I made a few adjustments: I added an entire heaping teaspoon of cumin, a bit less salt, and a lot of pepper. My blender is broken so I couldn't puree the beans but I don't think this was a problem. Also didn't have a bell pepper or carrot on hand but the soup came out extremely well anyway. I'm definitely going to be making LOTS more very soon!

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badgrafxghost

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Living In: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2009

This was really good! I didn't have any carrots, so I added 2 stalks of celery instead. I used half a red pepper and half a green pepper. I also didn't have any ham, so I just added a little ham soup base. I did simmer it for a bit longer than the recipe called for just because I like my soup to be a little thicker. I mashed some of the beans up with my potato masher too. But the flavor was really good - I'm glad I don't have to search for a great black bean soup recipe anymore!

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Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2009

The name of the recipe is right...it is fast and delicious.....this was so enjoyable....i know i can also enjoy this without the ham.....either way it would be great depending on diet needs.....i did like others and added the extra carrot and also made pop up dough and rolled it with cheddar inside....everyone enjoyed this...

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Reviewed: Oct. 28, 2009

My modifications included red pepper instead of green, sea salt, 2 stalks celery, 2 carrots, lots more cumin, adobo and cayenne pepper. I also used vegetable stock instead of chicken broth. It was great and hearty and thick. I omitted the ham, sour creeam and cheese because I am vegetarian, I think next tiem I will add tomatos for more of a chili feel.

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KARASPOSA

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Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2009

Really good, really easy recipe! I had to skip the ham and carrot because I didn't have them on hand, but it turned out just perfect. Everyone was impressed! Thanks for the recipe.

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Jaime

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Reviewed: Oct. 18, 2009

I am giving this 5 stars for how easy it was and it came out really yummy! I wouldn't compare it to a slow cooked bean soup that has simmered all day, but it really was good. I omitted the green peppers and added a can of diced green chilis and I added a couple of teaspoons of chili powder. This will stay on my list for super quick tasty meals!

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Living In: Amarillo, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 15, 2009

5 stars just because this recipe is so versitile. I used left over shredded pork instead of ham and added an extra carrot and more broth and more cumin. Really tasty and easy! Served with the buttery corn bread recipe on this site.

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April D.

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Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 15, 2009

My hubby loved this!! I made some changes as suggested by others: Red bell pepper instead of green, 2 carrots, double the cumin (my hub added tobasco to his) and I served it in a sourdough bread bowl. Delish!!

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Ambrey

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Reviewed: Oct. 8, 2009

awesome but i did add a bit of cayene pepper.

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galmadeofsnow

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Reviewed: Sep. 23, 2009

Wow, this was simple and so delicious! I was surprised at how well it turned out, since the ingredients seemed pretty simple. I found this recipe 30 minutes before dinner needed to be on the table and had it done with time to spare. I used scallion onions instead of green onions and omitted the ham. I threw in a little lime juice. It was great! I'll be making it again and again!

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Elizabeth

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Living In: Arlington, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Sep. 18, 2009

Souper easy meal. My 2 and 4 year old loved it. Used 3 cans of beans (blended 2) and used a little celery salt. Added crushed red pepper to my own bowl. Yummy!

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JAIMEELIZABETH

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Reviewed: Sep. 17, 2009

This was wonderful.. and so filling I only had 1 can of balck bean, but had a can of refired beans, it worked great. As we say in our house this is a 'definate do'er again' recipe

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Elaine

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Reviewed: Sep. 13, 2009

This is very tasty! I was out of fresh garlic and substituted some powdered once the liquids were added, which worked. I also used a red bell pepper instead of green and used two carrots. I bought one can of whole black beans and one can of re-fried black beans, so I didn't have to do the blender part. It makes the soup even faster to make, plus less to clean! I don't think any salt had to be added; the chicken broth was salty enough. But that's my preference. It keeps well, and the leftovers taste even better.

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MEIOUSEI

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Home Town: Bettendorf, Iowa, USA

Living In: Madison, Wisconsin, USA

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Reviewed: Aug. 25, 2009

-VERY GOOD- DID NOT USE CHIC BROTH OR HAM- I HAD COOKED PORK IN THE CROCK POT THE OTHER DAY AND USED THE BROTH FROM IT AND SHREDDED PORK- I HAD COOKED MY TRINITY IN THE OIL AS INSTRUCTED, BUT MY HUSBAND DOES NOT LIKE COOKED BELL PEPPERS, ONLY RAW (YEAH, I KNOW), SO I BLENDED IT ALONG WITH MY CAN OF BEANS- YEP, OUTTA SIGHT, OUTTA MIND! WORKS EVERYTIME!!! THIS GAVE A NICE THICKENER- WE ENJOYED THIS!!! THANKS

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Wiser1

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Reviewed: Jul. 28, 2009

Absolutely loved it. Easy to make and really tasty;the only change I made was use curry powder instead of chili and omited the pepper çause I didn't have one. Still, it came out great!!!!

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BORICUA

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Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2009

I only gave this 4 stars as I did not use all the ingredients listed. I didnt have a pepper on hand so I added some chili powder and red pepper flakes to add heat. I also doubled the cumin and Did not use ham. I added the juice of 1/2 a lemon and extra garlic as we like things garlicky. The recipe is a good base to add your own twist. I did not puree the beans first, i cooked all the ingredients till the flavors came together and used an imersion blender to get the texture I was after. Delicious, even my husband who normally is not a fan of spice in dishes thought this was tasty. I served with a dollop of sour cream and cornbread on the side for a quick and hearty weeknight meal :)

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Melanie E.

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Reviewed: Jul. 5, 2009

I have been searching for a black bean recipe that tastes authentic without a lot of effort. Although, there are many recipes that claim to be authentic they are very involved without the results. This recipe (IMO without the ham) has it all, you can use this recipe or modify to your taste. After trying many recipes, this is going to be my mainstay. I did double the cumin, used about 1/2c ham (because that is all I had), and about 2 teaspoons of vinegar at the end. WE LOVED IT!! Thank you sooo much for posting. We served over yellow rice. :)

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