Maui Black Bean Soup (Eat Clean Diet)

2 ribs celery, trimmed and chopped

1 carrot, peeled and chopped

1 small purple onion, peeled and chopped

1 red pepper, seeded and chopped

1 green pepper, seeded and chopped

2 cloves garlic, passed through a garlic press

1 tsp dried cumin

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried basil

1 tsp chili powder

4 cups chicken/veg stock

2 (15 oz) cans black beans

1 (15 oz) canned diced tomatoes

1 cup corn kernels

salt/pepper to taste

In large skillet, heat oil over med. Add all vegetables. Saute until onion becomes translucent. Add garlic and spices. Cook another 2 mins.

Add stock, beans and tomatoes. Bring to boil, reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes. Using a hand held blender (I just put mine in my blender in small batches) puree soup to desired consistency. Add corn and let simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt/pepper.