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Lima bean soup

Original source: https://southernbite.com/southern-lima-beans-butter-beans/

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large dried lima beans
  • 1 large smoked ham hock
  • 9 cups water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Add the beans to a large pot or dutch oven. Add the ham hock, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a low boil, and cook for about 20 minutes. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover tightly and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender to your liking. Add water to keep the beans just covered. Stir less frequently to allow the beans to stay intact, or stir more often to create a thick, rich broth. Be sure to see the blog post for details. Add the pepper and additional salt to taste. If desired, remove the hock, shred the meat, and return it to the pot.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

  • Servings: 6
  • Serving size: ~1.5 cups
  • Calories: 330
  • Protein: 21 g
  • Carbs: 48 g
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated fat: 2 g
  • Fiber: 14 g
  • Total sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 875 mg