Looking for a high fiber side dish with to complement your main course? This soup fits the bill!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. dried black beans (or other beans your choice)
• 8 cups water
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 2 tsp. dried organic basil
• 1 tsp. dried organic marjoram
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 cups onions, chopped
• 2 cups red potatoes, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup carrot, sliced
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 – 12 oz. can stewed tomatoes

Instructions:

1. Place black beans into a bowl, cover completely with water to about 2 inches above the beans and leave overnight. Then drain.
2. Add beans to large crockpot, add 8 cups of water and remaining ingredients. Cover with lid and simmer for about 2 1/2 hours on low temperature or until vegetables are tender.
3. Serve hot with a crusty French bread.