Best 6 Southern Lima Beans Bacon Recipes

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In the realm of Southern comfort food, few dishes conjure up the essence of home cooking quite like Southern lima beans with bacon. This classic dish, often served alongside cornbread, fried chicken, and collard greens, has been a staple at family gatherings and potlucks for generations. Whether you prefer your lima beans cooked with a smoky ham hock or a crispy, salty side of bacon, there's a recipe out there to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BACON LIMA BEANS



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An unusual twist on traditional baked beans, this sweet and spicy version is easy to make and is a surefire crowd pleaser-in winter or summer! -Bette Banjack, Norristown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 6h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound dried lima beans
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups water
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine beans and remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until beans are tender, 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SAUTEED LIMA BEANS WITH BACON



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 3 strips bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 10 minutes; drain on paper towels and crumble. Cook 1 chopped small shallot in the drippings, 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup water, two 10-ounce boxes thawed frozen lima beans and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon each grated lemon zest and lemon juice. Top with the bacon and chopped parsley.

LIMA BEANS WITH BACON AND ONION



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This savory side pairs perfectly with shrimp, cod, halibut, or chicken cutlets.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 slices of bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 medium yellow onion diced small
2 packages (10 ounces) frozen lima beans
Coarse salt and pepper
1 teaspoon sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon, over medium until crisp and fat is rendered, about 5 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. To skillet add medium yellow onion, diced small, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add frozen lima beans, thawed and season with cars salt and ground pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lima beans are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in bacon and sherry vinegar. Serve warm or at room temperature.

LIMA BEANS WITH BACON



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I was trying to re-work my frozen lima beans into something I could entice the kids with and came up with this dish. It was so simple with its zesty sweet flavor, and the kids ate every bite.

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) bag frozen lima beans
5 slices bacon
1/3 cup diced red onion
1/3 cup brown sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil the lima beans according to package (about 10-12 minutes-I used pressure cooker for 5 minutes).
  • While beans are cooking fry bacon in a medium frying pan on medium heat until crisp and drain.
  • Add the red onion and cook additional 5 minutes.
  • Add lima beans, salt, and pepper to pan.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar and stir.
  • Add a couple Tablespoons water for saucier texture.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.9, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 4.5, Sodium 116.5, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 13.3, Protein 5.9

SOUTHERN LIMA BEANS & BACON



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Make and share this Southern Lima Beans & Bacon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
4 slices thick bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into eighths
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
14 ounces stewed tomatoes
10 ounces frozen lima beans
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • in a 10" skillet melt butter until sizzling, stir in bacon and onion. cook over med-high heat, stirring occasionally about 5 minutes. drain. reduce heat to medium, stir in remaining ingredients. continue cooking, stirring occasionally until lima beans are tender about 8 to 10 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.8, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 30.7, Sodium 522.3, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 7, Sugar 7, Protein 9.9

SOUTHERN BUTTER BEANS



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Butter beans the way Mamaw used to make them! Lots of butter, cream, and bacon make these beans true southern comfort food.

Provided by Mardon Fergeson Hickford

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 9h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans
5 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cover lima beans with water in a large pot and soak overnight. Drain and return lima beans to the pot; cover beans with fresh water.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes. Reserve about 2 teaspoons bacon drippings and drain bacon on paper towels.
  • Bring lima beans, bacon, and reserved bacon drippings to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are just tender, 40 to 60 minutes. Stir heavy cream and butter into bean mixture and cook until thickened, about 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 235.9 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • Soak the lima beans overnight: This will help to soften them and reduce the cooking time.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some good options include celery, onions, carrots, and bell peppers.
  • Don't overcook the lima beans: They should be tender but still have a slight bite to them.
  • Season the dish to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
  • Serve the lima beans with your favorite sides: Cornbread, mashed potatoes, and green beans are all good choices.

Conclusion:

Southern lima beans with bacon is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying meal, give southern lima beans with bacon a try.

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