Vegetarian Black Bean Soup

1 c. chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
14 1/2 ounce can vegetable broth
2 15oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 c. diced peeled potato
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
14 1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce
2 green onions, sliced
1T olive oil

In a saucepan, saute onion and garlic in olive oil until tender. Stir in the beans, potato, thyme, cumin and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 min. or until potatoes are tender.

Stir in tomatoes and hot pepper sauce; heat through. Sprinkle with green onions.

YIELD: 6 c.
1 c. = 3 WW points