The cooking water for these beans becomes a flavorful broth to serve them in.
Recipe information
Total Time
30 min
Yield
Serves 4
Ingredients
2
large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2
tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3
pounds fresh lima beans, shelled, or 1 pound frozen, thawed
1
cup water
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Preparation
Cook garlic in oil in a 2-qt. saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until pale golden. Add beans and water and simmer, covered, until tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.