Black Bean Supper Soup

1 Tbsp. olive oil

1 cup coarsely chopped onion

1 Tbsp. minced garlic

2 Tsp. lime juice

½ tsp. cumin

2 cups chicken broth

1 can diced tomatoes, undrained

2 cans black beans, undrained

4 oz. Dry spiral pasta

Heat oil in large pan over medium heat.  Add onion and garlic.  Saute until crisp tender, stirring frequently.  Blend in lime juice, cumin and chicken broth.  Bring to a boil.  Stir in pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender.  Reduce heat to low.  Add tomatoes and black beans.  Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes longer or until heated through.

Carol Bitz (Julie Still’s mom) gave me this recipe.