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Mexi-Bean Soup
The Oaks at Ojai, Ojai, CA
Executive Chef David Del Negro


Serves 12 one C. soup or 1/2 C. salad portions, 70 calories per serving

Ingredients

3 C DRIED PINTO OR KIDNEY BEANS (OR MIX)
6 C WATER
1 C BELL PEPPER, CHOPPED
1 C ONIONS, CHOPPED
2 CLOVES OF MINCED GARLIC (OR MORE)
2 T CHILI POWDER
1 TSP CUMIN
1 TSP OREGANO
1 C RED ONION, CHOPPED
3 C TOMATOES, CHOPPED
1 C PARSLEY, MINCED
1 C CANNED GREEN CHILI

Preparation

Soak beans in cold water over night, or rinse with boiling water twice and soak for an hour or two. Drain. Add water, bell pepper, onions, and garlic to the beans and simmer until tender. Combine the chili powder, cumin, and oregano with a little of the bean liquid. Add the red onions, tomatoes, parsley, and green chili.

 

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