January is Soup Month!
Slurp Your Way Through January: Celebrating National Soup Month!
January, brrr! The month where resolutions abound, coats stay glued on, and comfort food reigns supreme. And what dish reigns supreme in the comfort food category during winter? Soup, of course! That's why January is also known as National Soup Month, a time to celebrate this steaming, slurpable goodness in all its brothy glory.
Soup: A Culinary Canvas
From chunky minestrone to creamy bisque, spicy tomato to cooling gazpacho, soup is a culinary canvas as vast as your imagination. It's a chameleon, adapting to every culture, season, and dietary need. Whether you're a vegetarian craving lentil stew, a meat-lover digging into a hearty chili, or someone seeking a light and refreshing broth, there's a soup out there for you.
Beyond the Bowl: The Magic of Soup
Soup is more than just a meal; it's an experience. It's the aroma that fills your kitchen with warmth, the rhythmic simmering that soothes the soul, the satisfaction of that first spoonful on a cold day. It's a hug in a bowl, a chance to gather loved ones around the table, and a blank canvas for culinary creativity.
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Celebrate Soup Month with Flavor!
Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
- 2 (14oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5oz) cans Hunt’s fire roasted diced tomatoes, with juice
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped fresh cilantro, diced avocado, green onion, shredded cheese, sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1. Add all ingredients to a slow cooker and stir to combine. Cook for 3 hours on high heat or 6 hours on low heat.
2. Serve the soup warm with desired toppings.
Note – This soup will keep in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 4 days or freeze it for up to 2 months in a freezer container.
No matter how you choose to celebrate, remember that soup is more than just sustenance; it's a way to connect, nourish, and warm the soul. So grab your ladle, fire up the stove, and let's slurp our way through January!