Cajun 15 Bean Soup

Cajun 15 Bean Soup

Ingredients

• 1 (20 oz) package 15 Bean Soup Mix, soaked overnight
• 1 lb ground beef (or venison), browned
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb smoked kielbasa sausage, sliced
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 3 large bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

Instructions

Step 1: Soak the Beans

1. Soak Beans Overnight: Add the package of beans to a pot of water to soak overnight. This will help soften the beans and reduce cooking time.

Step 2: Prepare the Ingredients

1. Brown the Meat: In a skillet or frying pan, brown the ground beef or venison over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
2. Chop Vegetables: While the meat is browning, chop the yellow onion, celery, green bell pepper, and mince the garlic.

Step 3: Assemble the Soup

1. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned meat to the slow cooker. Add the soaked beans, chopped onion, celery, bell pepper, minced garlic, sliced kielbasa sausage, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, bay leaves, and Cajun seasoning. Stir well to combine.

Step 4: Cook the Soup

1. Cook on High: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 6 hours.
2. Thicken the Soup: After 6 hours of cooking, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to allow the soup to thicken. Optionally, you can use a spoon to smash some of the beans against the side of the slow cooker to help thicken the soup further.

Step 5: Serve

1. Remove Bay Leaves: Once the soup has thickened to your desired consistency, remove the bay leaves.
2. Serve Hot: Serve the soup hot. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for added flavor and color.

Tips

• Cajun Seasoning: Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your taste preference. If you like it spicier, add a bit more seasoning or a dash of hot sauce.
• Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or tomatoes for extra nutrition and flavor.
• Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Conclusion

Enjoy the rich and hearty flavors of Cajun cuisine with this delicious 15 Bean Soup. It’s perfect for a cozy meal and is sure to be a hit with family and friends!

Cajun 15 Bean Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 (20 oz) Package 15 Bean Soup Mix, soaked overnight
• 1 lb Ground Beef (or venison), browned
• 1 Yellow Onion, chopped
• 2 Stalks Celery, chopped
• 1 Medium Green Bell Pepper, chopped
• 5 Cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 lb Smoked Kielbasa Sausage, sliced
• 1 (15 oz) Can Diced Tomatoes
• 6 Cups Chicken Broth
• 3 Large Bay Leaves
• 2 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning

Instructions:

1. Begin by soaking the package of beans in water overnight.
2. Once the beans are soaked, brown the ground meat in a skillet or frying pan.
3. Transfer the browned meat to the slow cooker, along with the soaked beans, chopped onion, celery, bell pepper, minced garlic, sliced kielbasa sausage, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, bay leaves, and Cajun seasoning.
4. Stir all the ingredients together in the slow cooker until well combined.
5. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 6 hours.
6. After 6 hours of cooking, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to allow the soup to thicken. Optionally, you can also use a spoon to smash some of the beans against the side of the slow cooker to help thicken the soup further.
7. Once the soup has thickened to your desired consistency, remove the bay leaves and serve hot. Enjoy the flavorful and hearty Cajun 15 Bean Soup!

Ingredients

• 1 (20oz) Package 15 Bean Soup Mix, soaked overnight
• 1lb Ground Beef (or venison) browned
• 1 Yellow Onion, chopped
• 2 Stalks Celery, chopped
• 1 Medium Green Bell Pepper, chopped
• 5 Cloves Garlic, minced
• 1lb Smoked Kielbasa Sausage, sliced
• 1 (15oz) Can Diced Tomatoes
• 6 Cups Chicken Broth
• 3 Large Bay Leaves
• 2 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning