Recipe: Spicy Black Bean-and-Sausage Soup

SPICY BLACK BEAN-AND-SAUSAGE SOUP

2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and divided
2 1/2 cups water, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups diced onion
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
6 ounces turkey kielbasa, diced

Place 1 cup beans and 1/2 cup water in a food processor or blender, and process until smooth.

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, and saut 4 minutes or until onion is soft. Add bean pur e, remaining beans, 2 cups water, chili powder, and next 4 ingredients (chili powder through garlic); bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in turkey kielbasa; cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.