Is it okay to add more spices? Of course, my grandmother did and I do all the time! Traditionally this bread is very mild, but grandma loved to spice things up. As long as the red beans are fresh, not canned, your bread will have enough drama to enhance any seasoning you include.

Ingredients:

Preparation:

1. In water, boil red beans until tender. Add salt. Transfer cooked beans and 1/2 cups of the bean liquid soup to the cornmeal in a large bowl.
2. Bring your water to a slow boil.
3. Add remaining ingredients and mix with your hands. Form golf ball sized balls and drop them into the slow boiling water for 30 minutes. Drain balls on paper towel and serve.