Black Bean Soup

I can't believe it is already November! Apologies for my absence. We are working on our kitchen which has put a damper on my experimenting with new recipes. This week I did try a new recipe for Black Bean Soup after Bobby subtly requested it :)

1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 roasted red pepper, diced
1 1/2 c chicken broth
2 (15 oz) cans black beans
1/4 t salt
1 t cumin
1/2 t chili powder
1 t lemon juice
1 1/2 T cornstarch

In a pot, combine onion, garlic, peppers, and broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Add half of a can of beans, salt, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 5 minutes.
Puree the mixture, then add the rest of the beans to the soup.
Combine the cornstarch with 1 1/2 T water. Add the lemon juice and cornstarch to the soup and cook until thickened.