Black Bean Soup

This is the simplest, most delicious crock pot meal that I would classify as "somewhat healthy." You should definitely try it if you like black bean soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 bag dried black beans
• 1 yellow onion
• 1 box chicken stock
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp pepper
• sour cream for garnish
• 1 ripe avocado for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot of water, bring dried beans to a boil, and let cook for 2 minutes. Let soak for 10 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.
2. In your crock pot, pour 1/2 the box of chicken stock, and add all the seasonings. Chop onion into 1/2 pieces, and add to crock pot.
3. To crock pot, add 2 cups of the bean-soaking water, then drain the rest of the beans and add to the pot. Cook on medium-low for about 6 hours. Add remainder of broth halfway through cooking time.
4. When beans are tender, blend soup together with hand blender, to the desired consistency. Serve with avocado chunks and sour cream.

Its really yummy, and makes 4-6 servings!