Reviewed: Mar. 24, 2012

I really liked the taste & ease of this recipe but unfortunately no one else in my family enjoyed it. The refried beans gave it a 'muddy' texture that everyone but me complained about. I honestly thought it made it hearty & satisfying. ...But because of the complainers I won't be able to serve this again:^

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dumblady

Reviewed: Sep. 13, 2010

It feels good to use up some of the canned goods in my pantry! However, I probably wouldn't make again. Pretty bland and a bit gritty. Thank you for sharing.

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lifesfullness

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Reviewed: Jul. 7, 2009

i love this soup, its so great for using leftover refried beans! i substitute chicken broth and add chicken and some cumin.

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amber m.

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: May 18, 2009

i don't understand why there's italian spices with south & central american veggies. they didn't go together. i should have spiced it with cumin & chili powder

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JMJFIELDS

Reviewed: Apr. 27, 2009

This was great! Though next time I will use less oregano, like half and more pepper. We topped it with cheese, scooped it with Mexican tostadas. Also I made it less soup-y and a bit more like a chili consistency. And used fresh green beans, onion, garlic and some celery. Will make again!

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Skye

Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2008

This is a verry easy recipe that everybody loves!I top it with sour cream and avacato.

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walks_softly

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2006

I've been trying to stay away from tomatoes, pasta, potatoes, and other things. It's hard to find a soup without these things. I left out the stewed tomatoes, and it was incredibly delicious! The refried bean soup base was amazing! I used 2 cloves real garlic, instead of powder, and 1-2 Tbsp of lime juice to give it some zing, since I didn't have any tomatoes in it. I shredded some white "melting cheese", (I think it's like a cheese used in Mexico), and crushed some tortilla chips on top of each poured bowl. The two people in my family who ate this, went back for 4 times for more!

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WANNABESAILIN

Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2006

Easy and delicious. I added 1 can of black beans but otherwise the recipe is great as is.

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cicada77

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA

Reviewed: May 11, 2006

I make this all the time. I serve it with cornbread. It is also really handy. I play around with the ingredients. Great recipe.

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Reviewed: Mar. 31, 2006

I was amazed at how good this is. And so super easy. I substituted the green beans for corn and added a can of green chile. I like to throw corn chips on top before serving. People are resistant at first but once they try it they love it!

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