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Second Harvest Food Bank Orange County Recipe

Time1h
Serves6

Second Harvest Food Bank is committed to ending hunger in Orange County. Each year, Second Harvest distributes more than 50 million pounds of food to a network of partners who help feed those in need.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning and Garnish

Method

Preparation

1

Prepare the Vegetables

Dice the onion, bell pepper, carrots, and celery into small, uniform pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

2

Heat the Oil

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Cooking

3

Sauté the Vegetables

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

4

Add Garlic and Spices

Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

5

Incorporate Canned Goods

Add the canned beans and canned tomatoes to the pot. Stir well to combine.

6

Add Broth

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

7

Simmer

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serving

8

Garnish and Serve

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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