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Easy Lima Beans

This easy lima beans recipe transforms a 16-ounce package of frozen baby lima beans into a tasty, low-fat side dish with onion and chicken broth.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon cooking spray
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 16 ounces frozen baby lima beans
  • 2¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Spray a large saucepan with cooking spray and warm over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the frozen baby lima beans and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until beans are tender, 35 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
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