Roasted Garlic-Lima Bean Spread Recipe

Name: Roasted Garlic-Lima Bean Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 garlic bulb; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups frozen lima beans; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; Assorted fresh vegetables

Servings: persons

1 garlic bulb
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups frozen lima beans
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Assorted fresh vegetables

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0. Cut off pointed end of garlic; place garlic on a piece of aluminum foil, and drizzle with 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Fold foil to seal. Bake 30 minutes; let cool 5 minutes. Squeeze pulp from garlic cloves into a bowl.
2
Prepare lima beans according to package directions. Process lima beans in a food processor 30 seconds or until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Add roasted garlic, ricotta, basil, and lemon juice; pulse 2 to 3 times or until blended.
3
With processor running, pour 1/4 cup oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream, processing until smooth. Stir in salt and pepper. Serve with assorted fresh vegetables.

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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 garlic bulb, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cups frozen lima beans, 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, and more.

Yes, Roasted Garlic-Lima Bean Spread falls under the General 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.

Roasted Garlic-Lima Bean Spread

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