Creamy Southern Lima Beans

Simmer lima beans with smoked turkey, onion, and garlic until tender and creamy.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 120 minutes

Serving size: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 pound dry large lima beans
• 1/2 large white onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 smoked turkey wings
• 8 cups chicken stock (preferably unsalted or low-sodium)

Instructions

1. Pick over the beans, removing any dirt or debris. Rinse and drain.
2. Place the beans, onion, garlic cloves, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, and turkey wings in a large Dutch oven or pot.
3. Add the stock. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
4. Simmer for up to 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
5. Remove the cooked turkey meat from the bones using a fork and shred; discard the skin.
6. Place the meat back in the pot. Remove the bay leaf; discard.
7. Taste the beans and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Adapted from: Simply Recipes