Black Bean Soup
(serves 2 to 4)

Ingredients
4 tablespoons of olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped
2 carrots, chopped finely
1 teaspoon jalapeno, chopped finely
1 teaspoon cumin
1 15 ounce can black beans, not drained
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
sour cream and chopped green onion for garnish

Directions
In a large sauce pan, heat oil and add onions; saute for 1 minute. Add garlic; saute for 1 more minute. Add green peppers, carrots, jalapeno and saute for 4 minutes. Add cumin, black beans and chicken broth to vegetables; cook for 20 minutes or till vegetables are tender. Add lemon and cilantro and cook for 1 minute more. Garnish with sour cream and green onion.