Butter beans, or lima beans, are creamy and soft, which is how they get their name! These beans are simmered in a rich broth with ham and onions to create a savory and comforting dish. Serve with Garlic Braised Collard Greens and Cornbread for a Southern-inspired meal. This recipe can be made with lima beans cooked at home, or canned lima beans if you are short on time. Using a homemade chicken stock will add more flavor to the dish, but store-bought stock can also be used.
Ingredients
1 tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
1 medium
onions
diced
10 ounces
ham
diced
2 cloves
garlic
crushed
3 cups
cooked
lima beans
4 cups
chicken stock
1
bay leaves
½ teaspoons
kosher salt
¼ teaspoons
freshly ground
black pepper