Butter Beans
serves 6-8
Recipe from Lara Ferroni
Simmered with onion, thyme and sage leaves, these butter beans are smooth and creamy and make a perfect side dish for a Southern meal.
Read more about this recipe at Cook & Eat.
ingredients
3 cups water
1/2 onion, quartered
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs fresh thyme
4 fresh sage leaves
1/2 pound beans (butter, lima or fava)
1 teaspoon olive oil
timer
prep: 5 minutes
total: 25 minutes
tools
medium heavy-bottomed pot
strainer
instructions
1. In a medium heavy-bottomed pot, bring the water, onion, herbs and a generous pinch of salt to a rapid boil.
2. Reduce the heat to simmer and add the beans. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Strain out any excess liquid and serve hot, drizzled with olive oil.
