Smoky Chipotle Black Bean Soup

Steps

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, about 8 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the garlic, cumin, oregano and chipotle with its sauce and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add the beans, stock and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, partly covered, until the carrots are very tender, about 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Purée about half the soup with an immersion blender, leaving plenty of whole beans for texture. Or blend 3 cups in a countertop blender with the lid vented and stir it back into the pot.

5. 5

   Simmer 5 minutes more to thicken, then stir in the lime juice and adjust the salt. Serve topped with pepitas.