Creole Beans

Try this recipe with red beans or other varieties and serve this main dish with cooked brown rice and a green salad for a complete meal. To learn how to cook dried beans, check out our recipe Cooked Beans.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup celery, sliced
- 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil (or cooking oil of choice)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) low-sodium tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 1/2 cups cooked beans
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Cook celery, green pepper, and onion in vegetable oil in a large saucepan until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Break up large pieces of tomatoes. Add tomatoes and seasonings to vegetable mixture.
- Bring to a boil. Add beans and return to a boil.
- Cover and cook over low heat until flavors are blended and liquid is cooked away, about 30 minutes. Stir once and a while to prevent sticking.
Notes
Learn more about:
Healthy Eating In Indian Country: Do You Weigh Too Much?
USDA Food and Nutrition Service
Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations