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Sunday, February 22, 2015

Panera Black Bean Soup (Thumbs Up)

Inspiration: www.food.com and my mother-in-law



My mother-in-law called today for a chat and towards the end of our conversation, she mentioned that she was making a stew for dinner tonight.  That got me thinking.  I used to have an awesome copycat recipe for Panera's Black Bean Soup.  Of course, I could not find it... sigh, but I did find this awesome recipe from www.food.com.

I have to say, it was BETTER than the one I lost.  I did, however, make a few changes as a result of one of the comments in reviews (197/197 people gave it 5 stars!).  It was suggested that in lieu of the lemon juice and cilantro, substitute salsa.

I didn't have salsa, but I did have a great Pico.  I also added a 5oz. can of green chilies and served it with Parmesan cheese for topping and Frito Scoops.  Since it is Lent, and I was fasting today, I was sure to count the calories (350 cals. for 1.5 cups of soup and 192 cals. for 12 Fritos).  I have to say, it was quite filling.  Next time I might put a few pieces of avocado on top as well.  I will definitely be making it again.

My son would not touch it, but that was not surprising.  However, my daughter LOVES food and anything she can eat as a dip.  She could not get enough of this soup.

I can not say how happy this meal made me AND my husband, how has always loved my black bean soup.  This one is definitely worth a try.

Here's the recipe if you are so in love with my page, that you don't want to leave it.  (haha!)




Happy cooking!

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