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Braised Lima Beans

Braised Lima Beans

Cuisine:World

Course:Side Dish

10m prep 30m cook 40m ready

6 servings If desired, add a couple smashed garlic cloves, sprigs of thyme, and a few grated Roma tomatoes for more flavor.

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Ingredients

Servings:
  • 4 cups shelled fresh (about 4 pounds in the pod) or frozen lima beans
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, chives, or dill

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Let's Cook

  1. Step 1.

    Place in a large skillet and add water to barely cover: 4 cups shelled fresh (about 4 pounds in the pod) or frozen lima beans; 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt

  2. Step 2.

    Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce the heat, and simmer until tender, 25 to 35 minutes depending on the age of the beans. Check the beans periodically and add a little water if needed. Stir in: 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, chives, or dill

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