Spicy Beef & Black Bean Soup Soups, Stews & Chilis

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Servings
   Serves 4-6

Prep Time
   20 minutes

Cook Time
   50 minutes

Cooking Methods
   Braising
   Stewing

Beef Type
   Chuck

Ingredients

• 1 lb. beef chuck steak or roast, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can double strength beef broth
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup grated carrot
• 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Brown beef cubes in 1 tsp. oil over medium-high heat in 2-quart pot.

Add beans, broth, water and salsa. Lower heat and simmer, covered, 45 minutes or until beef is tender. Add peppers and carrots and simmer 5 minutes longer.

Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.