Best 7 Cajun Bean Soup With Sausage Recipes

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When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can beat a hearty bowl of Cajun bean soup with sausage. This savory soup is a Louisiana classic, combining the bold flavors of Cajun spices with tender beans, smoky sausage, and a rich, flavorful broth. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to warm you up on a cold winter day, Cajun bean soup is sure to satisfy. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is a great option for both experienced and novice cooks alike. So gather your ingredients, heat up your pot, and get ready to create a delicious and comforting bowl of Cajun bean soup with sausage.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE AND RED BEAN SOUP



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This soup has a spicy Louisiana flare that's perfect on a cold day! Makes a large pot to feed the whole family with leftovers! Try it for Mardi Gras or anytime you're craving some New Orleans flavors.

Provided by Lisa Lotts

Categories     Main Course     Soup

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 strips bacon (chopped)
1/2 medium green bell pepper (chopped)
1 large onion (chopped)
3 large cloves garlic (minced)
4 bay leaves
12 ounces andouille sausage (sliced into 1/2" thick rounds)
1 pound dried small red beans (covered with water and soaked overnight)
1 tablespoon Creole Seasoning
1 teaspoon worcestershire
5-6 stems thyme (tied in a bundle)
8 cups chicken broth or stock
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups cooked white rice (warm)
3 green onions (chopped)
favorite hot sauce (we like Crystal's)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the paprika, salt, garlic powder, pepper, onion powder, cayenne pepper and oregano, stir and set aside.
  • Drain the rehydrated red beans. Rinse and drain again. Set aside.
  • In a large dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the bacon and stir, cooking for two minutes to render the fat and become fragrant. Stir in the onions, green pepper, garlic and bay leaves cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to get tender. Add the andouille sausage and stir, cooking an additional 2-3 minutes. Stir in the red kidney beans.
  • Add one tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning (reserve the remainder for another use), worcestershire sauce and bundle of thyme. Stir in the chicken stock and heat to boiling. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 1 hour, or until beans are almost tender.
  • Add salt to the soup and continue cooking an additional 15 minutes or until the beans are tender.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a few tablespoons cooked rice, scallions and hot sauce to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Sodium 1669 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CAJUN-STYLE BEANS AND SAUSAGE



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Beans and rice make the perfect meal because they're well-balanced, an excellent source of protein, and easy to prepare. The sausage adds full flavor to the recipe, and traditional pork sausage lovers won't even notice that chicken sausage is used in this dish. -Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cans (16 ounces each) red beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 medium carrots, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5-1/3 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown sausage. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in beans, tomatoes, vegetables, garlic and seasonings., Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 6-8 hours. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 759mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CAJUN STYLE RED BEAN AND RICE SOUP



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This is a very hearty, spicy soup. Makes for a filling first-course serving.

Provided by Holly

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces bacon, cooked and cubed
1 ½ cups chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
4 bay leaves
6 ounces sliced andouille sausage
1 small smoked ham hock
2 cups dry kidney beans, soaked overnight
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
8 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups cooked rice
6 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

  • In a large pot over high heat, heat the oil. Add the bacon and saute for 2 minutes. Add the onions, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaves, sausage and ham hock and saute for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the beans and saute for 2 more minutes. Stir in the Cajun-style seasoning, Worcestershire sauce and stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the salt, cover the pot and simmer for an additional 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the pot to sit, covered, for about 20 minutes. Discard the ham hock.
  • Ladle soup into individual bowls. Top each serving with 1/4 cup rice and 1 tablespoon green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Cholesterol 67.5 mg, Fat 36 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1240.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

SPICY BLACK BEAN SOUP WITH CAJUN SAUSAGE



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This spicy black bean soup recipe is quick and easy, made with spicy andouille or another smoked sausage, black beans, tomatoes, and vegetables.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Entree     Lunch     Soup

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 to 16 ounces Andouille or spicy sausage , thinly sliced
1 large onion, diced
2 ribs celery , diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small red bell pepper, diced, about 1/2 cup
2 tablespoons diced jalapeno peppers
4 cups beef broth
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven . Add the sausage and cook over medium heat until browned.
  • Add onion, celery, red bell pepper, and jalapeno peppers to the pan and sauté for about 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer.
  • Add the beef broth, beans, tomatoes, lemon juice, and remaining seasonings. Bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes.
  • Serve with freshly baked cornbread or crusty rolls.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 728 kcal, Carbohydrate 104 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fiber 29 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 976 mg, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

CAJUN SAUSAGE AND RED BEANS



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This is a spicy and zesty dish. You may serve it over rice, or as a soup. This is great served with cornbread, or corn muffins and green onions.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Stew

Time 7h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained
1 can Rotel tomatoes & chilies (I use extra hot, but use mild, or original if you like)
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
Tabasco sauce, to taste (or serve on the side)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in crockpot.
  • Cover and cook on low 7-8 hours.
  • May be served over cooked rice, if desired, or as a thick and zesty soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.6, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 942.9, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 16.7

RED BEANS AND RICE WITH CHICKEN



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Fiber-rich red beans, whole-grain brown rice and skillet-cooked chicken breast are ready in just 20 minutes.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Chicken Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup coarsely chopped green sweet pepper (1 medium)
½ cup chopped onion (1 medium)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can no-salt added red beans, rinsed and drained
1 container ready-to-serve cooked brown rice, such as Minute ® brand
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Lime wedges
1 pinch Cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, sweet pepper, onion and garlic; cook and stir for 8 to 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
  • Stir beans, rice, broth, cumin and the 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper into chicken mixture in skillet. Heat through. Serve with lime wedges. If desired, sprinkle with additional cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 311 mg, Sugar 2 g

CAJUN STYLE WHITE BEAN SOUP



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This recipes has been submitted for play in ZWT9 - Cajun/Creole. The recipe is from cookbook: Cajun Cooking by Better Homes and Gardens. Ham and hot pepper jazz up the flavor of this colorful bean and tomato soup. Hope you will enjoy this quick and easy to make dish!

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Easy

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces great northern beans
water, to cover beans
5 cups water
2 cups canned tomatoes, cut up or 16 ounces canned tomatoes
1 cup ham, meaty bone or 1 cup smoked pork hock
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Put rinsed beans, in a 4 quart dutch oven and cover beans with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer beans, uncovered for 2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 - 2 hours. Drain beans and re-rinse.
  • Place the beans, water, undrained tomatoes, ham bone, onion, green peppers, celery, garlic and pepper back into same dutch oven. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 3 hours or until beans are tender.
  • Remove ham bone, when cool, cut meat from bone and return to soup and heat through. Stir in the hot pepper sauce, taste and season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 12.1, Sodium 585, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 8.8

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help them cook more evenly and quickly.
  • Use a variety of beans: This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Cajun cuisine is known for its bold flavors, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices to your soup.
  • Use a good quality sausage: The sausage is one of the main ingredients in this soup, so it's important to use a good quality sausage that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for Cajun bean soup include rice, green onions, and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Cajun bean soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover beans or sausage. With its bold flavors and variety of textures, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.

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