Creole Lima Bean Stew Recipe

Name: Creole Lima Bean Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, quartered and thinly sliced; 3 celery, stalks thinly sliced; 1 large green bell peppers or 1 large red bell pepper, diced; 2 tablespoons unbleached white flour; 2 cups water; 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby lima beans, thawed; 1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (28 ounce) can salt-free diced tomatoes, undrained; 2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning (Mrs. Dash salt-free Table Blend or McCormick Seasonings); 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; salt; freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; hot cooked rice (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, quartered and thinly sliced
3 celery, stalks thinly sliced
1 large green bell peppers or 1 large red bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons unbleached white flour
2 cups water
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen baby lima beans, thawed
1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can salt-free diced tomatoes, undrained
2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning (Mrs. Dash salt-free Table Blend or McCormick Seasonings)
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
hot cooked rice (optional)

1
Heat the oil in a big soup pot; add in onion; saute over medium heat until translucent.
2
Add in celery and bell pepper; saute another 5 minutes.
3
Slowly sprinkle in the flour and stir until well integrated with the vegetables, then stir in the water.
4
Add in the next 8 ingredients (lima beans through red pepper flakes); bring to a rapid simmer, then decrease heat; cover and simmer gently for 30-35 minutes.
5
Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the parsley.
6
Add a small amount of water if needed, but let the stew remain thick.
7
Adjust the other seasonings if needed; discard bay leaves.
8
Serve in bowls over hot cooked rice.

193

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large onion, quartered and thinly sliced, 3 celery, stalks thinly sliced, 1 large green bell peppers or 1 large red bell pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Creole Lima Bean Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creole Lima Bean Stew

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