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

Nazia Asif
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually serve it with cornbread or rice.


jani muddasir
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This is one of my favorite soups! I love the rich, flavorful broth and the tender red beans. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Sohan Sohan
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


ajs style
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This soup is so delicious and comforting. I love the combination of red beans, rice, and spices. It's the perfect soup for a cold night.


Hameed Ullah Malakzai
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good red bean and rice soup recipe for a while now. This soup is delicious and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Mhiz Lucy
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The flavors are so rich and complex, and it's really filling. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Raju Tapa
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually serve it with cornbread or rice.


Badejo Odunayo
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This is one of my favorite soups! I love the rich, flavorful broth and the tender red beans. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Shakib
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Bayoumi Abdulazim
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This soup is so delicious and comforting. I love the combination of red beans, rice, and spices. It's the perfect soup for a cold night.


Syeda Zarakazmi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good red bean and rice soup recipe for a while now. This soup is delicious and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


shah aziz
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my family last night and they loved it. The flavors are so rich and complex, and it's really filling. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Rajkamal Kurmi
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually add a little bit of cayenne pepper to give it a little bit of a kick.


Ipfi Munzhedzi
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This is one of my favorite soups! I love the combination of red beans, rice, and spices. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I usually make a big batch and freeze it in individual portions so I can have it on hand for a quick and easy meal.


Ssss
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The soup is hearty and flavorful, and it's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Md Sabbir Hossen TUFAN
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The flavors are so rich and satisfying, and it's really easy to make. I usually serve it with cornbread or rice, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.