Black Bean and Yam Soup

Step 1

In a large soup pot, sauté onion and garlic over medium heat in oil until onions become translucent.

Step 2

Add spices (including dried or fresh oregano).

Step 3

Add yams and continue cooking for a couple minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Season with a few good pinches of salt.

Step 5

Add cooked beans and water to just more than cover the vegetables.

Step 6

Simmer until the yams are tender but not falling apart.

Step 7

Take the soup off the heat and blend with hand blender (or blend half of the soup in a blender and add back to the pot). Add more water to desired consistency.

Step 8

Stir in the greens until wilted (cook for up to 2 minutes if using tougher greens like kale).

Step 9

Finish the soup by seasoning with lime juice and salt to taste.