Everything in this subscription box is about delicious, authentic, southern cooking, delivered right to your door! It includes: a Camellia “Makin’ Groceries” kitchen towel, a Camellia Sticker sheet, Dagostino Alligator Shaped Pasta, Blackeye Peas, Baby Lima Beans, Great Northern Beans, and Pinto Beans.

And our perfect summertime recipes are a great way to put those items to good use! Take a peek:

Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad

This refreshing pasta salad made with Blackeye Pea Cowboy Caviar is a fast and easy lunch or dinner. Make it more fun for the kiddos with Dagostino Alligator Shaped Pasta.

Picnic Baby Limas

Take these sweet and tangy Baby Limas on your next picnic, even if it’s inside at your kitchen table.

White Bean Hummus

Throw cooked Great Northern beans into a food processor with lemon juice, tahini, herbs, and spices for an appetizer that’ll please a crowd. It’s perfect for snacking and spreading, especially during the warm days of summer.

Kid-Friendly Refried Beans

Savory (but not spicy), these kid-friendly refried beans are perfect in enchiladas and quesadillas, or on top of nachos with lots of shredded cheddar cheese.

Our quarterly subscription boxes offer all the ingredients for authentic Louisiana cooking, delivered to your doorstep. The contents of each box are a surprise, but you can count on 5-10 favorites that include signature & heirloom beans, delicious seasonings, ingredients, tools for the kitchen, and more. Plus, you’ll get exclusive items that will inspire and delight. Find out more, and get cookin’.

Spicy 3-Bean Chili (Stovetop and Instant Pot recipes)

Ingredients:

• 6 -7 cups vegetable (or chicken) broth
• 1 chili seasoning packet (included in the box)
• 1 bag Camellia Brand Spicy 3-Bean Chili mix, rinsed and sorted (included in the box)
• 1 ½ pounds cooked ground beef or other ground protein, optional
• 1 can diced tomatoes, optional (If using, reduce broth by 1 cup.)
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, diced avocado, minced red onion, sour cream, and chopped fresh cilantro

Stovetop Directions:

1. Add broth, seasoning packet, and 3-Bean Chili Mix to a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Stir well, and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 4-5 hours, until the beans are tender but not falling apart. Add more broth as necessary.
3. Optional: add cooked ground beef or other ground protein 30 minutes before end of cooking time.
4. Serve with assorted toppings, if desired.

Instant Pot Directions:

1. Add broth, seasoning packet, and 3-Bean Chili Mix to the Instant-Pot. Stir well.
2. Optional: add cooked ground beef or other ground protein to the Instant Pot.
3. Select Bean/Chili setting.
4. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 20 minutes.
5. Serve with assorted toppings, if desired.

See nutritional information for the 3-Bean Chili Mix and the chili seasoning packet.

Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 quarts of water or broth (vegetable or chicken)
• 1 lentil soup seasoning packet (included in the box)
• 1 pound Camellia Brand Lentils, rinsed and sorted (included in the box)

Directions:

1. To a large heavy pot, add water or broth, contents of seasoning packet, and lentils.
2. Stir well, and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Optional:

• Make it meaty. Sauté 1 lb. sliced, smoked sausage in olive oil before adding all other ingredients.
• Keep it veggie (or vegan). Sauté 1 cup carrots, 1 cup celery, and 1 cup onion in olive oil before adding all other ingredients.

See nutritional information for the lentil soup seasoning packet.

Our quarterly subscription boxes are full of happiness, delivered right to your door! And they’re a great way to discover the joy of authentic Louisiana cooking. The goodies in each box are a surprise, but you can look forward to 5-10 favorites that include signature & heirloom beans, delicious seasonings, ingredients, tools for the kitchen, and everything in between. Plus, you’ll find some exclusive, handpicked items that are sure to put a smile on your face.

Hummus

A favorite classic, this hummus recipe is creamy and dreamy. Enjoy with pita, crackers, or crudité.

Braised Garbanzo and Tomatoes

This hearty dish hails from our friends at Taste of the South magazine, and it’s sure to please.

Kid-Friendly Pasta & White Bean Salad

Kids and adults alike love a colorful pasta salad. Here, white beans up the protein and fiber!

One-Pot Pastalaya

Pastalaya uses pasta instead of jambalaya’s traditional rice, and the trinity of onion, celery, and green bell pepper round out the savory flavors.

Our quarterly subscription boxes deliver the joy of authentic Louisiana cooking, right to your door. And while the goodies in each box are a surprise, you can look forward to 5-10 favorites that include signature & heirloom beans, delicious seasonings, ingredients, tools for the kitchen, and everything in between. Plus, you’ll find some exclusive, handpicked items that are sure to delight. Find out more, and get cookin’.

Chipotle Bean Dip

A creamy blend of Frijoles de Olla and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce creates the perfect smoky dip for your favorite chips.

Field Pea Salsa

Colorful with a crunch, this delicious recipe features cooked and cooled Camellia Brand Field Peas, corn kernels, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro in a fresh lime juice dressing.

White Bean Pesto Pasta

A easy weeknight favorite, this dish comes together quickly with pasta, prepared or homemade pesto, cooked Camellia Brand Cannellini Beans, and Parmesan.

Our quarterly subscription boxes deliver the joy of authentic Louisiana cooking, right to your door. And while the goodies in each box are a surprise, you can look forward to 5-10 favorites that include signature & heirloom beans, delicious seasonings, ingredients, tools for the kitchen, and everything in between. Plus, you’ll find some exclusive, handpicked items that are sure to delight. Find out more, and get cookin’.

Bean Quinoa Salad

Light, fresh, and protein-packed, this Quinoa Salad is delicious and makes a great weekday lunch or side dish. Swap out Black Beans for the Small Red Beans in this summer’s subscription box. Smaller and darker in color than our Red Kidney Beans, the colorful, diminutive red beans possess a rich, nutty flavor. Side note: We love our Small Red Beans in this creamy Avocado Bean Salad from Gimme Delicious.

Another item you’ll find is Dagostino extra virgin olive oil. (Be sure to use it in the quinoa salad dressing!) It’s first press cold-extracted from the best Sicilian olives, golden yellow in color, and carries the scent of fresh olives — offering a fruity flavor with an almond aftertaste.

Lil’ Auntie’s Lady Cream Peas

In this recipe, Lady Cream Peas (another item in the box) are slowly simmered with butter or your favorite seasoning meat. They feature a sweet flavor and creamy texture and pair perfectly with a side of cornbread and smothered okra.

Elizabeth’s Perfectly Pink Beans

Don’t miss our Pink Beans + a special BBQ seasoning packet for making BBQ baked beans! For similar flavor, try Elizabeth’s Perfectly Pink Beans, slowly simmered with salt pork or a ham hock, chili powder, dry mustard, molasses and onion. Both dishes are delicious alongside the smoky grilled meats of summer.

Our quarterly subscription boxes offer everything you need for authentic Louisiana cooking, delivered right to your door. The contents of each box are a surprise, but in each one, you’ll discover 5-10 favorites that include signature & heirloom beans, special seasonings, ingredients, kitchen gadgets, and more. Plus, you’ll find some exclusive items that are sure to bring a smile to your face. Find out more, and get cookin’.

Included in this box: A ceramic spoon rest featuring a watercolor design of the Camellia bag by a local New Orleans artist, Dagastino Rotini Pasta, Pastalaya seasoning, Camellia Brand Green Baby Limas, Camellia Brand Large Limas, Camellia Brand Crowder Peas, and a coupon for Dagostino Alligator-Shaped Pasta.

Pastalaya

Ingredients

• 5 cups water
• 1 bag of Dagostino Rotini Pasta (included in the box)
• 1 cup milk or half & half, optional
• 1 seasoning packet (included in the box)
• 1 pound of pre-cooked protein, such as sausage or chicken
• Chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Directions

1. Bring water to boil in a large pot. (If desired, replace 1 cup water with 1 cup milk or half & half for a creamier consistency.)
2. Add pasta, seasoning packet, and pre-cooked protein to the pot.
3. Stir, return to a boil, lower heat to medium, and cook for 5 minutes or until pasta is tender.
4. Turn the heat off, cover the pot, and let sit for 3-5 minutes for the pasta to  absorb the remaining sauce. Garnish with parsley or green onion, if desired.

Dorothy’s Delicious Green Baby Lima Beans

A great idea for St. Paddy’s day, this Green Baby Lima Bean dish is a colorful favorite!

Lima Beans with Shrimp & Andouille

Lima Beans with Shrimp & Andouille is a main dish the whole family will love. Wanna keep it pescatarian? Simply substitute extra shrimp for the sausage.

Crowder Pea Succotash

Made with Crowder Peas, this tasty side is perfect for pairing with your favorite Friday fish fry meal.