Spanish Lima Beans
This simple recipe from Peggy Burdick of Burlington, Michigan makes a tasty side that’s low in sodium and fat, but high in fiber. Tomatoes and sauteed onion create a pleasing sweet and tangy combination.
SERVINGS
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6
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CATEGORY
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Lower Fat
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METHOD
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Other stovetop
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PREP |
15 min. |
COOK
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105 min.
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TOTAL
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120 min.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup dried lima beans
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Dash pepper
DIRECTIONS
Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1-4 hours or until beans are softened.
Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Return beans to the pan; add bay leaf and water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until beans are tender.
Drain, discarding liquid and bay leaf. In a large skillet, saute onions in oil until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, sugar, pepper and beans. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6 servings.