Lima Beans Recipe
A simple, comforting pot of seasoned lima beans finished with Parmesan and parsley.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 2/3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 pound frozen lima beans
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- red pepper flakes to taste; optional
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
- Fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until melted.
- Add the finely chopped small onion and 1 minced garlic clove; sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in 1 2/3 cups vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add 1 pound frozen lima beans, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 30 minutes.
- Season the beans with salt and black pepper to taste, and add red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Notes
- Use low-sodium broth if you want to control salt.
- Thawing the beans slightly before cooking can reduce simmer time.
- Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent sticking.