This scrumptious Cajun 15 bean soup with ham is loaded with bold flavor. It’s one of my favorite ham leftover recipes!

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Best Cajun 15 Bean Soup Recipe

Cajun 15 Bean Soup Recipe

I’m a big fan of Hurst’s traditional 15 Bean Soup, but, I was a little skeptical about veering too far from my comfort zone to try the Cajun variety of this product.

I’m not always the most adventurous person when it comes to trying new flavors!

Since I had the product on hand, as well as some leftover ham after a recent family dinner, I decided to give the Cajun 15 Bean Soup recipe a whirl.

I followed the quick cook instructions on the bag, with just a couple minor changes. Y’all, I have to tell you that I am honestly in LOVE with the flavor in this soup, and I do believe Hurst’s Cajun 15 Bean Soup has become my new favorite variety!

Hurst's 15 Bean Cajun Soup

The Cajun seasoning packet included in the bag is really pretty magical. It’s got such a tasty blend of spices, but it’s definitely NOT too spicy!

I think what I really sent this recipe over the top was the inclusion of some leftover ham. The ham added just a touch of delicious sweetness to the soup.

If you find yourself with leftover Easter ham, this is such a great way to utilize it.

Don’t have any ham on hand? You can add your favorite protein to this dish. Smoked sausage or fresh shrimp would be amazing!

I would also suggest making a pan of my buttermilk cornbread to accompany this soup. My kids loved dunking their cornbread in the soup, and again, it adds some wonderful sweetness which pairs so nicely with that Cajun spice.

15 Bean Soup with Cajun Seasoning

If you’re like me and you’ve been eyeing Hurst’s Cajun 15 Bean Soup (you find it in the dry beans section of your favorite grocery store), trust me, it’s SOOOO good.

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If you’re looking for more fantastic soup recipes, don’t miss my traditional Crock Pot 15 Bean Soup, this healthy Instant Pot White Bean Soup, and my yummy 15 Bean Salsa Chili.

Delicious Cajun 15 Bean Soup with Leftover Easter Ham
4.58 from 28 ratings

Cajun 15 Bean Soup with Ham

Author: Crissy Page
Servings: 10 servings
Additional Time 2 hours
Total: 2 hours
This spicy Cajun 15 bean soup is full of delicious flavor and makes a scrumptious family meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 20 oz. package Hurst’s HamBeensยฎ Cajun 15 BEAN SOUP
  • 1-2 lbs. leftover ham chopped into small pieces
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions
 

  • Place rinsed beans in a large pot with 10 cups of water.
  • Bring beans to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and continue a medium boil for 70 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • After the first 70 minutes, add your ham, onion, tomatoes, lemon juice, and Cajun seasoning packet.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste. This tastes amazing served with our tasty buttermilk cornbread!
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Nutrition

Calories: 278kcal
Nutrition values are estimates, sourced from an online nutrition calculator. This information should never be considered a substitute for medical advice. Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.
Course: Dinner

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16 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    HamBeens 15 Bean Cajun is the best! As others have mentioned, you may want to go easy on the salt, as ham already contains salt. I prefer using ham hocks.

  2. Catherine Harvey says:

    5 stars
    I’m Late 2 the party soooo here goes. I’ve used this products 4 more than 12+ years. Always a Winter staple (October thru May) in my pantry. Usually, night B4 cook 2 split ham hocks, with halved Vandalia onion, 3 whole garlic cloves & HALF orange scotch bonnet. Soak beans overnight. Next morning drain, cold water rinse, drain then add to ham hocks ( ham hocks cooked 4 about 6 hrs. @ low/ medium. Cook ALL until ( after several tastings) it’s READY.

    LOVED taking a bowl 2 work 4 lunch, microwaving on low & filling the lunchroom with it’s delicious aroma.

    YES, I took credit 4 ‘ homemade’ Family soup – BUT, there were 3 co- workers I gave bags to.

    OH, VERY, VERY GOOD idea 2 add HALF seasonings. We CHD, Stage 4 folks must B careful ๐Ÿ˜ตโ€๐Ÿ’ซ

  3. Doreen Nichols says:

    I have learned that I put part of the packet of the Cajun in and do a taste test. Easy on the seasonings because of the salt. Ham, onions, carrots and seasoning. I do soak my beans overnight. Making this with 3 bags of the beans for all the neighbors. Iโ€™m not fond of putting ducted tomatoes in it, the flavor of the ham gives it plenty of salt flavor and sweetness from the honey ham. Yum, canโ€™t wait! Corn bread too.ย 

  4. Nancy Humphrey says:

    What is in ย the cajun packet. I am in the middle of making the soup and I have some how lost the packet:(

  5. I could go for a bowl of this soup. There is so much flavor in it.

  6. Toni | Boulder Locavore says:

    5 stars
    This looks really comforting! Such a perfect comforting meal for weeknights!

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