Lima Beans and Ham Hocks

Name: Lima Beans and Ham Hocks
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 pound dried lima beans, thoroughly rinsed; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 small carrots, diced; 8 cups chicken stock (page 91) or water; 1 ham hock; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

December 9, 2011

Lima beans and ham hocks are true southern soul food. The beans supply protein and energy-rich carbohydrates, and the ham adds delicious flavor.

Cooks' Note

Suggested Beverage: A hearty red wine (commonly drunk with bean dishes in Italy and France) or a good beer.

Recipe information

Yield
serves 4

Ingredients

1 pound dried lima beans, thoroughly rinsed

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 yellow onion, chopped

2 celery stalks, diced

2 small carrots, diced

8 cups chicken stock (page 91) or water

1 ham hock

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1
Place the lima beans in the slow cooker.
Step 2
Place a sauté pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Add the onion, celery, and carrots and sauté for about 10 minutes, until lightly browned.
Step 3
Transfer the contents of the pan to the slow cooker and add the water and ham hock. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 7 hours. Remove the ham hock and strip it of as much fat as you can. Return the meat to the pot and continue to cook for 1 hour, until the beans are very tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Serve hot, garnished with the parsley.

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