Try this homemade Basic Cooked Lima Beans recipe the whole family will love. Made with beans, hock and onion. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Basic Cooked Lima Beans relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as bag dried lima beans, smoked ham hock and onion, chopped. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 83 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026