Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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11
servings
1 lb

Dry black beans

rinsed and picked over

4 quart

Chicken stock

1 unit

Celery

minced with leaves

1 lb

Carrots

minced

2 unit

Onions

minced

1 unit

Lemon zest

grated zest of

0.25 cup

Lemon juice

fresh

1 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Freshly ground pepper

1 unit

Lemon

thinly sliced, then slices quartered

Step 1
~12 min

Rinse and pick over the dry black beans.

Step 2
~12 min

Combine beans in a large saucepan with water to cover by 1 inch.

Step 3
~12 min

Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 4
~12 min

Boil for 1 minute.

Step 5
~12 min

Remove pan from heat, cover tightly, and let stand for 1 hour to soak.

Step 6
~12 min

Drain the soaked beans.

Step 7
~12 min

Combine beans in a 5-quart Dutch oven or soup kettle with chicken broth, minced celery, minced carrots, minced onions, and lemon zest.

Step 8
~12 min

Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 9
~12 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the liquid is just below the surface of the beans and the ingredients are very tender, approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

Step 10
~12 min

Using a slotted spoon, transfer soup solids in batches to a food processor and puree until smooth.

Step 11
~12 min

Transfer the puree to a large bowl and add in the cooking liquid (or puree solids and liquid together in a blender).

Step 12
~12 min

Return the soup to the Dutch oven.

Step 13
~12 min

Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until heated through.

Step 14
~12 min

Place a lemon quarter in the bottom of each bowl.

Step 15
~12 min

Pour in the soup and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Add a pinch of cumin or chili powder for extra spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or cornbread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Avocado salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Central America

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food in Latin American countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Fall
Winter

Popularity Score

70/100

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