Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat, and warm olive oil.
  2. Add chopped yellow onion, minced garlic, and chopped carrots; then cook, stirring as necessary, until tender (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add chili powder and ground cumin; and cook, stirring constantly, for 60 seconds.
  4. Add chicken broth, 1 can of kidney beans, frozen whole kernel corn, and freshly ground black pepper; and bring to a boil.
  5. While soup is heating, place stewed tomatoes and second can of kidney beans in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth; then add to soup.
  6. Add salt to taste.
  7. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  8. Let cool a bit before serving.