Sweet Onion Apricot Limas

We’ve long heard about lima beans being healthy. With high amounts of protein, fiber, and iron, they’re considered a superfood! But have you ever wondered how to cook lima beans? Sweet onion and tart apricots compliment the buttery taste of lima beans. This recipe can be served hot, as a side dish, or cold, as a relish.

*Recipe updated 6.28.21

Here’s how to cook lima beans full of flavor:

Sweet Onion Apricot Limas Recipe

Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can, rinsed and drained, or 1 3/4 cups cooked dry-packaged baby lima beans
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 cup sliced dried apricots
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 5 cups water
• 1/2 cup honey

Preparation

1. In a large saucepan, place beans in 3 cups of water. Soak overnight or boil for 2 minutes and let stand for 1 hour.
2. Combine soaked beans, onion, apricots, salt and water in saucepan. Cover and simmer for 1 hour.
3. Add honey, simmer for 5 minutes longer. Serve as a hot dish or cold relish with turkey, chicken or pork.

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