Old Fashioned Southern Butter Beans

Recipe

How to Make

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Tender and creamy old fashioned butter beans are a classic Southern comfort dish served as the main attraction or side dish.  Making beans from scratch starting with large lima beans is easier than you think!

~ Beth

American

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Servings:

2 h 45 m

Total Time:

12

Ingredients

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– Sort and rinse the beans.  – Place the beans into a large saucepan covered by water. – Place the pan over high heat and cook just until boiling. – Remove the beans from the heat, cover with a lid and allow to sit. – Drain the beans and rinse again.

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– Place the beans back into the pan and cover with water. – Place the beans back on the stove and bring to a boil. When the beans begin to boil reduce the heat to a simmer. – Add the remaining ingredients, except ham if using, and stir well to combine.

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– Allow the beans to simmer until the beans are tender, stirring occasionally and adding water. – If using ham, allow the beans to cook before adding the ham. – When beans are tender, remove from heat and serve with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.

Enjoy!

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