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Southern Lima Butter Beans With Ham Bits
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Ready In: 65 Minutes
Servings: 6
These are so delicious you will DANCE AROUND THE TABLE!!! A good southern vegetable dish that goes well with chicken, pork or beef. My family always had a big garden and grew butter beans. We would sit on the back porch and shell beans to put into the freezer. We tried to pick the tinest beans because of their flavor. Now, with a busy life a purchased bag of these beans not only bring back memories, but are popular in our every day meals. Purchase the bag that states tiny or baby lima beans. They make a pretty dish when having guests. The ham and bacon drippings will provide some saltiness; therefore, use the small amount of salt and give it a taste test.
Ingredients:
4 cups frozen baby lima beans
1 cup ham, chopped
1 teaspoon bacon drippings
4 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
1. Bring water to boil and add beans, ham bits, bacon drippings, salt and black pepper.
2. Cook on a low simmer heat for 1 1/2 hours. Some water will evaporate, but let at least 2 cups remain. Check frequently to not let water completely boil out.
By RecipeOfHealth.com