Lima Beans And Ham Hocks Recipe

Name: Lima Beans And Ham Hocks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dried lima beans, thoroughly rinsed; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 2 celery ribs, diced; 2 small carrots, diced; 8 cups chicken stock (low salt); 1 ham hock; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Add beans to slow cooker.
2
In a saute pan over med-high heat, add vegetable oil.
3
Add in onion, celery, and carrots; saute for about 10 minutes until lightly browned.
4
Transfer mixture to the slow cooker and add in chicken stock and ham hock.
5
Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours.
6
Remove the ham hock and strip it of as much fat as you can; return the meat to the pot and cook for 1 hour, until the beans are very tender.
7
If needed, season to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

1046

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

165

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dried lima beans, thoroughly rinsed, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 yellow onion, chopped, 2 celery ribs, diced, and more.

Yes, Lima Beans And Ham Hocks falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Lima Beans And Ham Hocks

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