Venezuelan Black Bean Soup
Ingredients:
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 small onion, diced
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1 leek, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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7 cups water
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2 cups black beans, drained
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2 teaspoons brown sugar
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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2 bay leaves
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1 cup croutons