Baked Lima Beans Recipe

A heartwarming Christmas tradition! These creamy, flavorful baked lima beans are the perfect side dish for your holiday ham. Tender lima beans simmered in a rich, savory sauce will impress your family and friends. Get ready for a taste of Christmas magic!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 105 mins

Calories 622.6 kcal

Protein 35g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Lima Beans

1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans
1/2 teaspoon salt
Butter
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
Dry Mustard
1/4 cup molasses
Sour Cream
4 slices bacon
1 tablespoon bacon grease
1 medium onion
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Thyme (quantity not specified in instructions)
fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Baked Lima Beans

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine lima beans, bacon grease, onion, garlic, brown sugar, molasses, salt, pepper, and thyme.
Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake, uncovered, for 105 minutes, or until the lima beans are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir halfway through.
Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

57 g

Sugar

104g

Fat

98g

Carbs

23g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Side Dishes Beans American Southern United States Dinner Party Brunch 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Lima Beans?

Baked Lima Beans takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Lima Beans?

Baked Lima Beans has approximately 622.6 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 48 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Lima Beans?

The key ingredients for Baked Lima Beans are Dried Lima Beans, Salt, Butter, Dark Brown Sugar, Dry Mustard, Molasses. See the full list with measurements above.