Black Bean Soup with Smoked Pepper Cheese Bratwurst

1 lb. Swiss Meats Smoked Pepper Cheese Bratwurst, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 15 oz. black beans
1 14.5 oz. diced tomatoes
2 tsp. lime juice
¼ tsp. red pepper flakes
1 whole yellow pepper, diced

In a large saucepan, brown the Smoked Pepper Jack Bratwurst slices with the minced garlic. Add the black beans, tomatoes, lime juice and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Garnish with the diced yellow pepper when serving. If you desire serve topped with sour cream, jalapeno slices or lime wedges.

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