Southwest 9 Can Soup to Feed A Crowd

black beans

🥗Healthier: canned lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned lentils are lower in calories and chickpeas are often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and water with bouillon is cost-effective.

diced tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier and crushed tomatoes are often cheaper.

salsa

🥗Healthier: homemade salsa

💰Cheaper: canned diced tomatoes

Homemade salsa can be fresher and canned tomatoes are a budget-friendly alternative.

Open all cans and drain as necessary.

Combine black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, green chilies, pinto beans, and salsa in a large pot.

Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine.

Add diced onion and seasoning mix to the pot.

Heat the mixture over medium heat until simmering, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even heating.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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