Lima beans have been cultivated in Lima, Peru since about 5000 BC — hence the name. Lima beans can be found fresh, frozen, and dried. Fordhooks (also called butter beans) and baby limas are the two most common varieties. Frozen limas work best in this simple dish. This is an unusual recipe because the legumes are herb roasted, which really enhances the delicate bean flavor. It also crisps the surface of the bean, which steams the inside, making the texture more fluffy than boiling. From The Whole Foods Market Cookbook
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Ingredients
Method
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Cook lima beans in enough boiling salted water to cover them until tender, but still firm, 6 to 8 minutes.
Drain beans, and dry them on paper towels.
Place lima beans in a medium mixing bowl.
Add olive oil, garlic, olives, basil, oregano, sage, and pepper.
Toss well.
Place bean mixture in single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast until beans are softened and golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from the baking pan and place in a medium serving bowl.
Mix in roasted red peppers.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
160
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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