Black beans are so darn tasty. If you want to keep your kids healthy, add this protein rich super food to their diet. As you know, we are suckers for a simple, delicious, healthy meal. Puree or keep beans whole at it's naturally chunky texture, depending on what your kids prefer. Playing with textures is an important step to introducing a new foods. Some children love a smooth, creamy consistency and some prefer a bit of texture. How do your kids like it? We like ours with a dollop of coconut cream, oh yeah.
Fun tip on getting your kids to actually EAT this:
Try putting this delicious, thick soup in a cute tea cup or maybe even an espresso cup and then fill it repeatedly. Make a game of the refills, "Please Sir, may I have some more?" "MOOOORE????????" You get the idea.
(Makes about 2 servings)
1 can of black beans
1/2 cup fresh salsa (could use jarred)
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 cup vegetable broth
1. In a small pot, combine beans, salsa, cumin, garlic powder and broth letting it simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Use a blender to puree until smooth. This recipe can be made without pureeing, if you desire a chunky soup. Enjoy!
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