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
Crowder Peas w/ Collards & Tomatoes
Crowder peas are a rich, nutty, and savory type of cowpeas that have a bit more depth & subtle sweetness than their cousins, pinto and black-eyed peas. You can pick up crowder peas from Johndales Farm at the market and make this delicious, belly warming dish.
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch collard greens, chopped (about 4 cups)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic finely chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1 lb of crowder peas
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp diced hot chilis or hot pepper sauce
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
Directions
- Wash collards, remove stems, slice leaves into strips.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onions, and garlic, & cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in collards to coat with oil & cook for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Add water if collards start to stick to pot.
- Stir in tomatoes, cover & cook for another 10 minutes.
- Add black-eyed peas, maple syrup, cider vinegar, hot chilis, & spices.
- Stir well, cover, & simmer on low heat until collards are tender.
- Serve on a bed of brown rice.
Source: SNAP-Ed NY
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.