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Lima Beans

Lima beans are a protein and fiber rich bean with a starchy, potato-like taste and a grainy, yet slightly buttery, texture. They are an ancient bean that have been cultivated in Peru for over 7000 years. The most popular lima beans in the U.S. are the Fordhook, commonly known as the butterbean, and the baby lima bean. The pod of the lima bean is flat, oblong and slightly curved, averaging about three inches in length. The seeds are generally cream or green in color, although certain varieties feature colors such as white, red, purple, brown or black. Lima beans are a very good source of chol..

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  • Best Lima Beans You'll Ever Eat!


  • Source: Food.com
    By twissis

    Ingredients:
    3 cups frozen lima beans
    6 slices bacon (thick-sliced)
    1 medium onion (roughly diced)
    6 large button mushrooms (or 8 small)
    2/3 cup low-fat sour cream
    1 teaspoon curry powder (more as desired)
    seasoning salt (to taste)

    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 15 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins

    Directions:
    1. Cook frozen lima beans per pkg directions while following remaining steps & set aside.
    2. Roughly dice the medium onion & set aside.
    3. Cut each large mushroom in half from top down through any stem. Put the cut edge down on your cutting board & slice each half in approx 1/3 inch slices & set aside.
    4. Cut bacon slices in 1/2 inch segments & fry in a non-stick skillet until crisp. If you have more than 2 tbsp of rendered bacon fat grease, remove the excess of that amount.
    5. Add diced onion & sliced mushrooms to skillet & saute until onion is translucent. Do not overcook to carmelized state.
    6. Add 1 tsp curry powder + low-fat sour cream & combine well.
    7. Taste & add additional curry powder or seasoning salt to your preferences.
    8. Remove skillet from heat, add cooked lima beans, mix well & serve immediately.
    9. Note: My advice is to plan for 2nd helpings. You'll need them!

    Servings: 8

     

  • Lemony Lima Beans With Parmesan



  • Source: Food.com
    By carolinafan

    Ingredients:
    coarse salt
    pepper
    2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby lima beans , unthawed
    3 tablespoons olive oil
    1 tablespoon lemon zest
    2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    1/3 cup parmesan cheese

    Prep Time: 15 mins
    Cook Time: 0 mins
    Total Time: 15 mins

    Directions:
    1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add lima beans and cook; stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water, then drain again, and pat dry with paper towels.
    2. Transfer lima beans to a bowl.
    3. Stir in oil, lemon zest and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
    4. Divide among four serving plates and sprinkle with Parmesan.

    Servings: 4

     

  • Southern Lima Butter Beans With Ham Bits


  • Source: Food.com
    By Seasoned Cook

    Ingredients:
    4 cups frozen baby lima beans
    1 cup ham , chopped
    1 teaspoon bacon drippings
    4 cups water
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon pepper

    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 1 hr
    Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins

    Directions:
    1. Bring water to boil and add beans, ham bits, bacon drippings, salt and black pepper.
    2. Cook on a low simmer heat for 1 1/2 hours. Some water will evaporate, but let at least 2 cups remain. Check frequently to not let water completely boil out.

    Servings: 4-6

     

  • Mediterranean Lima Beans


  • Source: Food.com
    By Carianne

    Ingredients:
    2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    2 cups frozen chopped onions
    4 cloves garlic , minced
    1 teaspoon dried oregano
    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
    2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby lima beans

    Prep Time: 5 mins
    Cook Time: 20 mins
    Total Time: 25 mins

    Directions:
    1. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat; cook onions until soft, 3- 5 minutes.
    2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
    3. Stir in spices, tomatoes, and lima beans and cook for 10- 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    Servings: 4