Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Recipe
Camellia’s Famous New Orleans Style Red Beans
We were born to bean. It’s Monday so let's get Bean Madness started with a NOLA tradition - red beans and rice. This Camellia recipe is simple, delicious, and versatile for customization. Make a big pot and invite ya mom’n’em over.
Ingredients
- 1 (1-pound) package Camellia Brand Red Kidney Beans
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 8-10 cups water
- 1/4 stick of butter
- 2 cups chopped seasoning blend (onions, celery, green bell peppers, parsley flakes)
- 1 toe garlic, chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Cajun seasoning to taste
- Hot cooked rice
Directions
Rinse and sort beans. (Optional: Soak beans using your preferred method.)
In large heavy pot, cook sliced sausage for 5 minutes.
Add chopped seasoning blend and garlic to cooked sausage, along with 1/4 stick butter, and continue to cook until onions turn soft and clear.
Add beans, water, and bay leaf.
Bring to a rolling boil for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
Reduce heat, simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are desired tenderness.
Add salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning to taste.
Serve over hot cooked rice.
About Us
The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.