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Savory Southern-Style Lima Beans

Lima beans are an underrated legume that deserves a special place at your dinner table. This simple yet flavorful recipe transforms frozen lima beans into a comforting, nutritious side dish that pairs perfectly with almost any main course.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 84
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 16-ounce package frozen baby lima beans
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: 2 slices bacon chopped (for added flavor)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil or spray a large saucepan with cooking spray and place over medium heat.
  2. If using bacon, add it now and cook until just crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the diced onion to the hot pan and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, add the bay leaf and dried thyme, and bring to a boil.
  6. Add the frozen lima beans to the boiling broth, reduce heat to a simmer.
  7. Cover and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the beans are tender but not mushy.
  8. Remove the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gSodium: 132mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1g
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