Express
Black Bean and Tortilla Soup
with cheese and sour cream
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesVegetarian
- Gluten-Smart
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 15½ oz. Black Beans
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 5 oz. Corn Kernels
- 4 oz. Fire Roasted Salsa Verde
- 3 fl. oz. Enchilada Sauce
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2 oz. Sour Cream
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1 oz. Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese
- 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
- 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
- 2 tsp. Taco Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) EOdJ7BPG
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Calories460
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Carbohydrates59g
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Net Carbs52g
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Fat23g
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Protein16g
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Sodium1670mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Pot
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Remove stem, seeds, and ribs, and cut bell pepper into 1/4" dice.
Drain beans. -
2 Cook the Peppers
Place a medium pot over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add bell peppers to hot pot and stir occasionally until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. -
3 Add the Broth
Add corn, beans, enchilada sauce, salsa (to taste), mirepoix base, taco seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, a pinch of pepper, and 1 1/2 cups water to hot pot. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
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4 Finish Soup and Finish Dish
Once simmering, stir occasionally until vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes.
Remove from burner.Gently mash soup mixture, breaking up beans to slightly thicken soup. Soup will be hot! Use caution.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping soup with tortilla strips, cheese, and sour cream. Bon appétit!
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