Boulder Black Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried whole oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 cups black beans, cooked
• 1 cup tomatoes, canned
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable base