Cajun Black Bean Soup Recipe Recipe

Name: Cajun Black Bean Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Dry black beans; 1 1/2 lb Smoked ham hock; 1 1/2 quart Water; 1/4 c. Dry chopped onion; 2 Tbsp. Paprika; 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper; 1/4 c. Chopped green bell pepper; 2 Tbsp. Chili pwdr; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Grnd cumin

Servings: persons

1 lb Dry black beans
1 1/2 lb Smoked ham hock
1 1/2 quart Water
1/4 c. Dry chopped onion
2 Tbsp. Paprika
1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
1/4 c. Chopped green bell pepper
2 Tbsp. Chili pwdr
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Grnd cumin

1
In large kettle, combine beans, ham hock and water.
2
Heat to boiling, reduce heat and simmer covered for 2 to 2 1/2 hrs.
3
Stir frequently and add in more water if necessary to cover beans.
4
To test for doneness, remove a few beans from kettle with a slotted spoon and blow on them.
5
Skins will pop open when beans are cooked.
6
Remove ham hock.
7
Chop meat from bones, discarding fat and bones.
8
Add in meat to soup.
9
Stir in chopped onion, paprika, cayenne pepper, green pepper, chili pwdr, salt and cumin.
10
cover and simmer for 1 hour.
11
Remove 3/4 of soup and puree in blender or possibly processor.
12
Stir puree back into remaining beans.
13
If necessary, add in water or possibly chicken broth to obtain desired thickness.
14
Serve with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, lowfat sour cream, chopped chives or possibly minced Large eggs.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Dry black beans, 1 1/2 lb Smoked ham hock, 1 1/2 quart Water, 1/4 c. Dry chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Cajun Black Bean Soup Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cajun Black Bean Soup Recipe

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