Three Bean Soup

Heat large pot over medium heat. Add oil and onions. Cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Add salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin and thyme and cook for 1 minute. Add beans, stirring well and cook for 1 additional minute.

Raise the heat to high and add the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Puree the soup in a food processor or blender (in batches if needed). You can also use an immersion blender and puree in the pot. Return to pot and simmer over low heat. Add salt and pepper if needed along with hot pepper sauce.

Serve hot, sprinkled with grated cheese.