EXPRESS PREP
Texas Black Bean Soup

This stew-like dish, made with convenient canned items, is perfect for spicing up a family gathering on a cool day. It tastes great and requires little time and attention.

—PAMELA SCOTT GARLAND, TX



PREP: 5 MIN. COOK: 4 HOURS MAKES: 8 -10 SERVINGS (ABOUT 2 1/2 QUARTS)


2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (14 1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes or Mexican stewed tomatoes, cut up

1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes or diced tomatoes with green chilies

1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth

1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained

2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies

4 green onions, thinly sliced

2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 4-6 hours or until heated through.