Lima Beans with Bacon
Transform your everyday side dish into a hearty, flavor-packed delight with this Lima Beans with Bacon recipe! Tender lima beans are simmered in a savory mix of chicken broth, butter, and bacon drippings, creating a rich and satisfying base. A touch of garlic and sautéed onions elevates the dish with aromatic depth, while crispy crumbled bacon and fresh parsley add smoky, herby bursts of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe combines rustic comfort food vibes with a gourmet feel. Perfect as a show-stopping side dish or even a cozy main course, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for family dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups lima beans (frozen or fresh)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 piece onion (medium, finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet or saucepan, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the pan, discarding the rest.
Add the butter to the reserved bacon grease in the pan and melt it over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the lima beans and toss them to coat in the onion and garlic mixture.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow the lima beans to cook in the broth for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.
Season the lima beans with salt and black pepper to taste.
Chop the reserved crispy bacon into small pieces and stir it into the lima beans. Mix well to combine.
Transfer the lima beans to a serving dish and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve warm as a side dish or a comforting main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 3281 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.4 g | 209% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 87.3 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 4592 mg | 98% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
