Cajun Ham and Sausage 15-Bean Soup

5 from 1 vote

Makes a hearty, comforting meal perfect for family dinners.

Prep Time20

Cook Time4

Total Time4 30

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cajun, Comfort Food, Southern

Keyword: cajun 15 bean soup, cajun soup, ham and sausage soup

Servings:

Place the 15-bean mix in a large bowl and cover with water. Let the beans soak overnight. Drain and rinse thoroughly before cooking.
In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper and sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
Pour in 8–9 cups of water or chicken broth. Add the soaked beans, ham bone, and diced ham. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.
Stir in the Creole seasoning, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, tomato sauce, and diced green chiles. Mix well so the flavors are evenly distributed.
Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 3 to 3½ hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to help the beans cook evenly.
Stir in the sliced andouille sausage and continue simmering for about 30 minutes so the smoky flavor infuses the soup.
Remove the ham bone from the pot. Shred any remaining meat from the bone and return it to the soup. Discard the bay leaves.
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve warm.

Boost the flavor: Cooking the soup with a ham bone adds rich, smoky depth that makes the broth incredibly flavorful.
Adjust thickness: If the soup becomes too thick while simmering, add a little extra broth or water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Even better the next day: This soup tastes even better after sitting overnight, as the flavors continue to develop.