Tori’s Writing Hole

It’s harder than I thought it would be. It’s not that I enjoy eating animals so much that I can’t stop (by no means am I a flesh addict), but then again, I’m not trying to eat semi-veg style because of principle. I just want to eat healthily - keep that colon clean! But the siren song of grease, fast food and pork has caused me to slip again. Mmm… Chinese food… how I love you!

While I started out not planning to eat anything non-green, I buckled and took a bite of the crispy, fried wontons. Smothered in duck sauce (I know, not good), it was just too much to resist. But, get thee behind me, pork!

Today was better. I made black bean soup from my favorite quick recipe, which I’ll share with you now.

Simple Black Bean Soup

• 2 (15 oz) cans of black beans (I prefer Eden Organic), drained and rinsed
• 1/2 jar really good salsa (medium hot is best)
• 2 c vegetable broth (or 2 c water with 1 cube vegetable bullion, dissolved)
• 1/2 tsp cumin

  Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Heat over low heat in saucepan for 20 minutes or until thoroughly warm. Top with shredded cheese (sharp cheddar is my favorite!).

Enjoy! Be careful to rinse the beans well, because this soup can get a bit salty from the vegetable broth.

Tags: vegetarian, veggie, soup, chinese food

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