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Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup
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NDSU Extension
Servings
Servings:
Eight
Title

Sweet Potato Black Bean Soup

Recipe Type
Description

A sweet and savory stew!

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped OR 2 cans sweet potatoes, drained
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
  • 4 bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • Salt to taste
Directions

Directions

Lightly spray sauce pan with cooking spray. Cook onion and garlic on low heat until softened. Add chopped sweet potatoes and beans; cook for one minute. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook for 15 minutes over medium heat or until sweet potatoes soften. Remove and discard bay leaves. Blend remaining ingredients with a blender or whisk until smooth consistency.

Dietary and Nutrition

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