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Savory Mashed Limas

4.5

(5)

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

1 pound frozen baby lima beans (about 3 cups)
2 or 3 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup milk, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook lima beans according to package instructions. While beans are cooking, mince garlic and in a small saucepan cook in butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden.

    Step 2

    Drain beans in a large sieve and transfer to a food processor. Add garlic mixture, milk, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste and purée until smooth.

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