Black Bean and Cauliflower Soup with Ham
 
 
Serves: 6-8
Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 8oz ham steak, chopped into cubes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • ½ Serrano pepper, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 16 oz frozen chopped cauliflower or fresh
  • 4½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • juice of ½ a lime
Instructions
  1. In a large dutch oven or stock pot heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot add the ham cubes. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the pot and reserve.
  2. Add the onions and saute for about 3-4 minutes or until translucent. Add garlic, Serrano, chili powder, cumin and salt. Saute for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Finally add the cauliflower and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, turn the heat down to low and cover. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender.
  3. Remove from the heat and add the black beans, stir to combine. Puree using a stick blender or a blender to desired consistency. Place back on low heat to heat back up. Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve in bowls and garnish with ham cubes.
Recipe by Cooks and Kid at https://cooksandkid.com/black-bean-and-cauliflower-soup-with-ham/