Dinner for 6
Black Bean Soup
Black beans, bacon, vegetables, tomatoes, and spices simmer in chicken broth for a hearty soup finished with lime and cilantro.
$8.33for 4 servings
$2.08 per serving$8.33 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
Photo: cookingclassy.com
- 25 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
MexicanBudgetFamilyLunchesDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Canned beans$0.09/oz typical | 58 oz | $5.22Typical price |
| Bacon$6.49 each typical | 0.25 | $1.95Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $0.65Typical price |
| Bell peppers$2.49/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.93Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.10Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 29 oz | $2.03Typical price |
| Canned tomatoes$0.08/oz typical | 15 oz | $1.16Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.02Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.25Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $12.49 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 4 cans (14 1/2 oz) black beans
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 large yellow onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 2 cans (14 1/2 oz) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14 1/2 oz) fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- salt
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
Steps
- Cook the bacon in a large pot over medium heat for 5 minutes, then leave it in the pot.
- Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, chili powder, and cumin, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the beans, chicken broth, and tomatoes, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the lime juice and cilantro, season with salt, and top each bowl with sour cream.
Swaps
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Canned beans for Dried beans and lentilsabout $0.02/oz more at typical prices
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