Lima Bean Dip

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   Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil.

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   Add the lima beans and garlic and simmer until tender, 18 to 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain and rinse under cold water to cool slightly (the beans should be warm but not hot).

4. 4

   Pulse the lima beans, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a food processor until just combined.

5. 5

   With the motor running, pour in the olive oil and process until incorporated but still slightly chunky.

6. 6

   Transfer to a bowl and top with the bacon.

7. 7

   Serve warm or at room temperature with pita chips and/or vegetable sticks.

8. 8

   Buy lima beans frozen: They're bright green and buttery tasting.

9. 9

   The olive-colored, mushy lima beans you remember from childhood were probably canned.

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    Photograph by Kang Kim

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