Black Bean Soup

A spicy and rich soup that can be eaten alone or used as a sauce.

Yield: 4
Prep time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Course: Soups/Stews

Ingredients:

• 2 12 oz Cans of Black Beans
• 1 7 oz Can of Rotel
• 1 Vidalia Onion - Diced
• 1 Jalapeno Chili - Diced
• 1 Clove Garlic - Diced
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 5 Inches Polish Sausage - Diced
• 6 oz Beers
• Salt and Pepper

Instructions:

Brown the sausage in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.  Lower heat to medium and add butter, onion, jalapeno, and garlic.  Saute until vegetables soften.  Add salt and fresh ground pepper.

Add both cans of beans with liquid, rotel, and beer.  Bring to a simmer, lower heat to medium-low and let cook covered for 25 minutes.

Use a handheld blender to break up some of the beans and make a smooth consistency.

Serve with sour cream and cheddar cheese.