Ham and Lima Beans
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1½ hours
Makes: 6 servings
Ingredients
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1
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cup dried lima beans, soaked overnight in enough water to cover
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4
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T oil, divided (we used grapeseed)
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1
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lb ham, cubed
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3
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small potatoes, diced
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2
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large carrots, diced
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1
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T garlic, finely minced
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1
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small onion, finely diced
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4
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cups water
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Spice Mix:
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1
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t sea salt
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1
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t pepper
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¼
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t ground cumin
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½
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t paprika
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¼
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t dried rosemary, crushed
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½
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t dried coriander
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Directions
- In small bowl, mix together spices.
- Heat cast-iron pot over medium-high heat; add 2 T oil.
- Drain beans; add to oil along with ¼ of the spice mix and cook until beans start to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add ham, potatoes, carrots, and garlic with remaining oil and ½ of the spice mix; cook for 5 minutes. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add water and remaining ¼ of the spice mix, lower heat to medium-low. Simmer for 1½ hours, stirring every 10–15 minutes, and adding extra water if needed.
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