Best 4 Lima Beans With Smoked Turkey Recipes

Lima beans, also known as butter beans, are a versatile and delicious legume that can be used in a variety of dishes. Their creamy texture and mild flavor make them a great addition to soups, stews, salads, and casseroles. When paired with smoked turkey, lima beans create a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish to serve at a holiday gathering, there is a lima bean and smoked turkey recipe out there to suit your needs.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BARBECUED SMOKED SAUSAGE AND LIMA BEANS

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There's a slightly sweet flavor to this filling blend of sausage, lima beans and tomatoes. "The last time I made this dish, I used homemade sausage from a local store and it was delicious!" writes Myrna Wingate of Irons, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup chopped sweet onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 package (16 ounces) reduced-fat fully cooked smoked Polish sausage, cut into 3/4 slices
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen baby lima beans
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add sausage; cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer or until sausage is lightly browned. Stir in the tomatoes, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, chili powder, ginger, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir in lima beans. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 1003mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

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

Ingredients

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

COUNTRY LIMA BEANS WITH SMOKED PORK HOCKS

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Country comfort food! Long, slow cooking yields the most tender meat and the highest flavor. From an old newspaper clipping.

Provided by Molly53

Categories Pork

Time 6h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

16 ounces dried large lima beans
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 lbs smoked pork hocks (3)
1 cup onion, peeled and chopped

Steps:

Rinse beans; put into a large pot with 2 quarts cold water.
Heat to the boil; simmer two minutes.
Remove from heat; cover and let stand for one hour.
Add salt.
Reheat to boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, until beans are tender (about an hour).
Drain and reserve liquid.
Combine molasses, sugar, mustard and tomato sauce.
Stir in 2 cups reserved cooking liquid; add to beans.
Stir in smoked pork hocks and onion.
Turn ingredients into a 2 1/2 quart casserole or a bean pot; bake at 300F for 3.5 to 4 hours.
Add more cooking liquid if needed.
Stir halfway through cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.8, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 674.2, Carbohydrate 92.1, Fiber 15.7, Sugar 42.6, Protein 17.4

SLOW-COOKER TURKEY STEW WITH LIMA BEANS

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Layering the ingredients with the beans on the bottom ensures proper cooking of this satisfying and flavorful turkey stew. The beauty of making this stew in a slow-cooker is that you can set it and forget about it.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Turkey Recipes

Time 6h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups dried large lima beans (10 ounces), sorted and rinsed
2 boneless, skinless turkey thighs (1 1/2 pounds total), cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
coarse salt and ground pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large white onion, diced medium
3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1 1/2 cups dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
5 large strips of lemon zest (from 1 large lemon), plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice and lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

In a slow cooker, cover beans with cold water; let sit overnight. Drain beans and return to slow cooker.
Season turkey with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. In two batches, brown turkey on all sides, adding 1 tablespoon oil for second batch, about 10 minutes total. With a slotted spoon, transfer meat to slow cooker. Return pan to heat and add 1 tablespoon oil, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, 4 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil, stirring and scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Boil 1 minute, then add mixture to slow cooker.
Add 1 1/2 cups water and lemon zest to slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook on high 6 hours. (Beans should be tender and turkey will be just beginning to fall apart.) Add lemon juice and stir. Serve stew with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 24 g

Tips:

Soak the lima beans overnight: Soaking the lima beans overnight will help to reduce the cooking time and make them more tender.
Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for a variety of vegetables, such as celery, onion, and carrots. Feel free to add other vegetables that you like, such as green beans, corn, or peas.
Use smoked turkey for a smoky flavor: Smoked turkey is a great way to add a smoky flavor to this dish. If you don't have smoked turkey, you can use regular turkey or chicken.
Season the dish to taste: Season the dish to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
Serve over rice or cornbread: This dish is delicious served over rice or cornbread. It's also a great side dish for grilled or roasted chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

Lima beans with smoked turkey is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover smoked turkey. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.