Black Bean and Ham Soup

serves 8-10

2 lb. cooked ham, diced
2 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups (1 can) diced tomatoes
2 Tbs. ketchup
2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbs. chili powder
4 cans black beans, drained but not rinsed
salt and pepper
1 bunch cilantro, coarsely chopped
juice of 1/2 lime
sour cream
shredded Cheddar cheese

Cook the ham and onions in olive oil in a large stockpot until onions are tender. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Add broth, tomatoes, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in cilantro and lime juice shortly before serving. Garnish with sour cream and shredded cheese.