Creamy Lima Smitane Delight

Lima Beans Smitane Recipe

Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description:
Embark on a culinary adventure with Lima Beans Smitane, a delightful recipe that found its way to my kitchen through a February 2005 recipe adoption. This dish takes the humble lima beans to new heights, offering a unique and flavorful twist to your usual bean preparations. After a few tweaks and updates to the original directions, the outcome is a creamy, indulgent sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to savor the goodness of lima beans like never before!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen lima beans
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons diced pimentos
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (plus additional for garnish)

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 128.4
• Fat: 4.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.6g
• Cholesterol: 8.4mg
• Sodium: 164.9mg
• Carbohydrates: 17.2g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 1.3g
• Protein: 5.8g

Instructions:

1. Simmer Lima Beans: In a saucepan, add frozen lima beans with 1 cup of water. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the beans are tender. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare Sour Cream Mixture: While the lima beans are cooking, combine sour cream, garlic powder, diced pimentos, fresh ground black pepper, and chopped chives in a bowl. Mix them thoroughly to create a flavorful sour cream mixture.

3. Combine and Heat: Return the drained lima beans to the saucepan over low heat. Add the prepared sour cream mixture to the beans. Gently stir the ingredients until well combined, ensuring the lima beans are coated in the creamy goodness. Be cautious not to let the sour cream scorch.

4. Warm Through: Continue to heat the mixture until all the ingredients are warmed through, allowing the flavors to meld into a creamy symphony. This step ensures a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

5. Garnish and Serve: Once warmed through, transfer the Lima Beans Smitane to a serving dish. For a finishing touch, garnish with additional chopped chives, adding a burst of freshness and visual appeal.

6. Savor the Flavor: Dive into this delectable creation, appreciating the creamy texture, the subtle garlic undertones, and the burst of flavor from the pimentos. Lima Beans Smitane offers a delightful departure from the ordinary, making it a perfect addition to your repertoire of quick and flavorful recipes.

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Indulge in the culinary journey of Lima Beans Smitane – a dish that transforms the ordinary into extraordinary, promising a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite! 🌱🍲✨