Fat Smash Hearty Black Bean Soup
1 lb. black beans (soaked in water overnight or for at least 6 hours)
2 medium onions, chopped
2 small carrots, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
4 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. soy sauce
1 T. fresh lemon juice
Drain the beans. Put them in a large pot and add water to cover. Simmer beans until they are soft, about 1 1/2 hours. Sauté’ onion, celery, and carrots in olive oil. Add garlic, oregano, cumin, and soy sauce. Cook, while stirring, for 5 minutes. Add the vegetables to the beans. Cook for another 30 minutes. Add more water if necessary. Just before serving, add the lemon juice.