Best 5 Lima Beans And Ham Recipes

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Lima beans and ham is a classic Southern dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. There are many different ways to make lima beans and ham, but all of them start with the same basic ingredients: lima beans, ham, and broth. From there, you can add other ingredients to your taste, such as vegetables, spices, and herbs. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, you are sure to find a recipe for lima beans and ham that you love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER SOUTHERN LIMA BEANS AND HAM



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I searched your website for the simple lima bean recipe that my mom used to make and the one that is served by many restaurants here in the south as a side dish. I couldn't find one, so I submitted my own. This is an easy, basic lima bean dish with ham, onion, and seasonings. Served over Mexican cornbread, it makes a delicious hearty meal. You can also do this on the stovetop. Just follow the directions on the back of the lima bean bag and add the seasonings. Slow cooker time is about 7 hours. Add a side salad for a complete meal.

Provided by mammak

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 15h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound dried baby lima beans
2 quarts water
2 onions, coarsely chopped
1 meaty ham bone
1 cup leftover ham meat from bone, chopped
3 cups water, or as needed to cover
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Soak lima beans in 2 quarts of water in a large bowl for 8 hours or overnight. The next day, drain the lima beans and place into a slow cooker with onions, ham bone, and ham. Pour in 3 cups of water or as needed to cover. Place lid on the cooker, set to High, and cook for 3 hours.
  • Stir in Cajun seasoning, black pepper, garlic salt, and cayenne pepper; set cooker to Low and cook until the beans and meat are very tender, about 4 more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 345.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

HAM HOCKS AND LIMA BEANS



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Make and share this Ham Hocks and Lima Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Beans

Time 3h

Yield 1 kettle of beans, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs meaty ham hocks
2 lbs dried lima beans
6 cups water
2 onions, chopped
1/3 cup celery, diced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Put the lima beans in a kettle with the water. Bring to a full boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and allow them to stand, covered, for 1 1/2 hours. Then add the ham hocks, onions, and celery. Season with brown sugar, mustard, and salt. Cover and simmer for 2 hours. Remove meat from bones, keeping it in large pieces. Skim excess fat from top of sauce. Return meat to kettle.

LIMA BEANS AND HAM SOUP



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Make and share this Lima Beans and Ham Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by good2bdunn

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 3h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb dried lima beans
8 cups water
1 lb ham steak, cubed
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
1 stalk celery, sliced
2 large potatoes, peeled and halved
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort beans before adding to a pot of water and bringing to boil for 3 minutes.
  • Set aside to soak for 1 hour.
  • While beans are soaking, melt butter in large soup pot.
  • Saute onions, carrots, and celery for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add 8 cups water, bay leaf, salt and dash of pepper.
  • Add halved potatoes.
  • Drain lima beans and add to pot.
  • Bring to a boil and then cover and reduce heat to medium low.
  • Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until beans are tender.
  • Add cubed ham during last half hour.
  • Mash the potato halves to thicken the stock.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 44.3, Sodium 1425.8, Carbohydrate 71.9, Fiber 17.7, Sugar 8.6, Protein 33.9

LIMA BEANS AND HAM



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Can be just a meal in itself, or served along with other accompaniments like coleslaw or your favorite salad.

Provided by RICKSR

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups fresh lima beans
3 cups water
2 potatoes, diced
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 large tomato, diced
½ medium onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup milk
6 ounces cooked ham, diced
1 sprig chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the lima beans in a large pot, and pour in the water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook 15 minutes. Mix the potatoes, corn, tomato, onion, and celery into the pot, and continue cooking 15 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the milk. Stir into the pot, and mix in the ham. Continue cooking until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Carbohydrate 75.8 g, Cholesterol 24.7 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 15.3 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 893.2 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

SAUTEED LIMA BEANS AND HAM - HABAS CON JAMON



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A tapas recipe from the Andalucia region of Spain. Jamon Serrano is different from American ham. You can use diced Pancetta as a substitute, but you'll need to dice it finer.

Provided by Lori Loucas

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/4 lb fresh lima beans (frozen is ok)
2 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp dry white wine
1/4 lb jamon serrano, finely diced (or other cured ham)
1 Tbsp flat-leaf parsley, minced
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oil in a skillet. Add the lima beans and the garlic. Cook about 5 minutes. Stir in the wine and cook over low heat, covered, about 10 minutes if using frozen beans (15 minutes if using fresh).
  • 2. Add the finely minced jamon/ham and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste (keep in mind the saltiness of the ham!). Cook another 10 minutes (15 minutes if using fresh beans) until the beans are tender.

Tips:

  • Soak the lima beans overnight or for at least 4 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
  • Use a large pot for cooking the beans, as they will expand significantly during cooking.
  • Add a ham bone or smoked ham hock to the pot of beans for extra flavor. You can also use bacon, salt pork, or smoked sausage.
  • Season the beans with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Common seasonings include garlic, onion, celery, and bay leaves.
  • Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  • Serve the lima beans hot with cornbread, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Lima beans and ham is a classic Southern dish that is both delicious and easy to make. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a hearty and flavorful meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give lima beans and ham a try.

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