Barbecued Lima Beans Baked Recipe

Fall in love with lima beans all over again! This recipe transforms humble lima beans into a smoky, cheesy, and irresistibly sweet side dish or hearty main course. Crisp bacon (optional!), caramelized onions, and a touch of brown sugar create a flavor explosion that even lima bean skeptics will adore. Serve over rice for a complete meal, or enjoy it as a delicious complement to your favorite barbecue. Easily customizable – add liquid smoke for an extra smoky punch!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 294.9 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 4.4 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barbecued Lima Beans Baked

  • Frozen Lima Beans
  • 4 slices bacon
  • Onion
  • Minced Garlic Cloves
  • Olive Oil
  • Chili Powder
  • Tomatoes With Garlic
  • Jalapeno Jack Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Soy Sauce
  • Honey Mustard
  • Dark Brown Sugar
  • Salt
  • Pepper

How to Make Barbecued Lima Beans Baked

  1. Cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and set aside, reserving about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the bacon grease in the pan. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Crumble the cooked bacon and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine 1 (29 ounce) can of lima beans (drained and rinsed), the sautéed onions and garlic, the crumbled bacon, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 120 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. If desired, add 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke during the last 30 minutes of baking.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy over rice or as a stand-alone side dish!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

37g

Carbs

7g