Giant Lima Beans With Chives Recipe

Name: Giant Lima Beans With Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb dried giant lima beans, soaked overnight; 3 quarts water; ¼ cup water; 1 small onion, studded with 3 whole cloves; 5 whole black peppercorns; 1 thyme, sprig; 1 bay leaf; salt; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons minced chives

Servings: persons

34 lb dried giant lima beans, soaked overnight
3 quarts water
¼ cup water
1 small onion, studded with 3 whole cloves
5 whole black peppercorns
1 thyme, sprig
1 bay leaf
salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons minced chives

1
Drain the beans and put them in a saucepan.
2
Add the 3 quarts of water and the onion, peppercorns, thyme and bay leaf.
3
Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat until tender, about 1 hour.
4
Season with salt.
5
Drain the beans, discarding the aromatics.
6
In a large skillet, combine the beans with the remaining 1/4 cup of water and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, for 2 minutes.
7
Add the olive oil, season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with the chives and serve.

5033

kcal

Calories

Fat

902

Carbs

350

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Giant Lima Beans With Chives

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