Traditional Native American Corn and Bean Soup

This recipe comes from the Kansas Historical Society. In addition to beans and corn, squash is another staple ingredient that can be added to this dish.

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 pound smoked ham, diced
  • Water
  • 1 cup canned hominy, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 onion, diced

Directions:

  1. In a large pot, add beans and ham. Fill with water until water is about 2 inches above the beans. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  2. Add hominy, corn, and onions and stir. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  3. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within 2 hours.
Nutrition Information

230 Calories│6g Fat (1.5g Saturated)│26g Carbohydrates│0g Added Sugar│20g Protein│1320mg Sodium*│6g Fiber

*Rinsing canned foods with water and draining before use will reduce total sodium.