Vegetarian Black Bean Chowder Recipe – Rancho Gordo

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 onions, chopped
• 3 shallots, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups of cooked and drained Midnight Black, Ayocote Negro, or Santanero Negro Delgado beans
• 1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups orange juice
• 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup rum (optional)