Drago's Creamy Lima Beans

Drago's Creamy Lima Beans is a soul-soothing dish that transforms humble dried lima beans into a luxurious, velvety masterpiece. Infused with the savory richness of sautéed onions, garlic, and fresh thyme, and elevated by a luscious blend of heavy cream, butter, and optional Parmesan cheese, this recipe redefines comfort food. Slow-simmered with vegetable broth for tender perfection, the creamy sauce is spiced with paprika and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. Perfect as a hearty side dish alongside roasted meats or a refreshing salad, this recipe is a must-try for bean lovers. With its blend of simplicity and decadence, Drago's Creamy Lima Beans makes the ideal addition to any dinner table. Keywords: creamy lima beans, comfort food, hearty side dish, easy bean recipe, vegetarian lima beans.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried lima beans
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 2 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried lima beans thoroughly under cool water and soak them in a large bowl of water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking.

Step 2

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the soaked and rinsed lima beans, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.

Step 7

Stir in the salt, black pepper, paprika, and fresh thyme. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently, allowing the mixture to simmer uncovered for another 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.

Step 9

If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of richness.

Step 10

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a hearty side dish alongside roasted meats or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2297.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3134.3

Total Fat 144.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 380.6mg	0%
Sodium 6866.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 90.8g	0%
Total Sugars 52.9g
Protein 127.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1212.9mg	0%
Iron 36.3mg	0%
Potassium 8958.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 42.2%