Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: place beans in a colander and rinse with cold running water. pick over the beans and remove any stones or foreign objects. place beans in a clean pot, cover with fresh cold water, and soak for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to expedite the cooking process. drain the beans. in a large stainless steel pot, combine the beans, 1 quart water, and all the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. when the water reaches a boil, skim the surface, reduce the heat, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 1 hour. drain the liquid from the beans and reserve for use in other recipes. discard the bay leaf.

Target recipe: heat oil over medium heat. add onion, celery, carrots and jalapeno. cook for 10 minutes or until tender. add garlic and cumin. cook for 1 minute. add water, broth and black beans. bring to a boil and reduce to simmer for 15 minutes. using immersion blender, blend soup until desired consistency.