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
Grandma Christensen’s Carrot Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 lbs of carrots (or 5 cups)
- Velveeta cheese, cubed (just enough to cover the top evenly)
- 1 stick of butter, melted
- 1 small sweet onion (or any that isn’t a red onion), diced
- 1 sleeve of Ritz crackers, lightly crumbled
Directions
Slice carrots and boil until fork tender
Put carrots in 8x8 casserole dish
Sauté butter and onions on the stove until butter is melted
Pour butter/onion mixture over the carrots
Top with crushed Ritz crackers
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until bubbling
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.