Hearty Cajun Red Bean and Rice Soup with Andouille Sausage

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Cajun Red Bean and Rice Soup with Andouille Sausage is a non-vegetarian dish bursting with rich flavors and textures. This Cajun classic combines smoky andouille sausage, tender kidney beans, and aromatic spices, making it perfect for chilly evenings. Ideal for meal prep, this soup is versatile enough to serve as a main course or a side dish.

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Overview

This hearty and spicy Cajun-style red bean and rice soup is a filling and flavorful dish, perfect for a cozy meal. With a blend of smoky andouille sausage, tender kidney beans, and aromatic spices, this soup is sure to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Cajun

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 120 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil
• 8 Ounces (oz) bacon, cubed
• 1.5 Cups onion, minced
• 0.25 Cup green bell pepper, minced
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) garlic, minced
• 4 Whole bay leaves
• 6 Ounces (oz) andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 Small smoked ham hock
• 2 Cups kidney beans, soaked
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Cajun seasoning
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Worcestershire sauce
• 8 Cups chicken broth
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1.5 Cups rice, cooked
• 6 Tablespoons (tbsp) green onion, sliced

Steps

1. In a large pot over high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the bacon and sauté for 2 minutes.
2. Add the onion, green bell pepper, garlic, bay leaves, andouille sausage, and smoked ham hock. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Add the kidney beans and sauté for another 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
5. 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.
6. Ladle the soup into individual bowls. Top each serving with 1/4 cup of cooked rice and 1 tablespoon of green onion. Enjoy your hearty Cajun-style red bean and rice soup!

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