Description
Tender lima beans simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with aromatic herbs and vegetables. A comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dried lima beans, soaked overnight
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Drain and rinse soaked lima beans thoroughly.
- 2. Heat olive oil and butter in large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 5-6 minutes until translucent.
- 3. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Add beans, broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika. Bring to boil.
- 5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45 minutes to 1 hour until beans are tender.
- 6. Remove bay leaves and stir in heavy cream. Simmer uncovered 10-15 minutes.
- 7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- 8. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and lemon juice. Serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in refrigerator up to 4 days. Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of broth if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g