Pot of Happiness Recipe

Name: Pot of Happiness
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lima beans, large, dried; water; salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 6 cups vegetable stock; 2 -4 tablespoons za'atar spice mix, such as Za'atar; 1 lemon, zest & juice; 1 dried red chili pepper; 2 -4 tablespoons chopped preserved lemons, such as Preserved Lemons; 2 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, please choose a nice, fruity one; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb lima beans, large, dried
water
salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
6 cups vegetable stock
2 -4 tablespoons za'atar spice mix, such as Za'atar
1 lemon, zest & juice
1 dried red chili pepper
2 -4 tablespoons chopped preserved lemons, such as Preserved Lemons
2 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, please choose a nice, fruity one
salt & pepper

1
Sort dried beans.
2
Add to boiling, salted water & simmer until ALMOST soft.
3
Drain.
4
In soup pot, heat olive oil.
5
Add chopped onion & saute until softened.
6
Add vegetable stock, drained beans, za'atar, lemon zest & juice, chili pepper, & preserved lemon.
7
Simmer 30 minutes to let flavors mingle & beans to finish cooking.
8
Check for seasoning.
9
Add olive oil for richness & body.
10
Add additional salt & pepper to taste.

713

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lima beans, large, dried, water, salt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pot of Happiness 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.

Pot of Happiness

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