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butter beans
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 105 mins Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
Servings 12
Best Season Fall
Description

butter beans :recipe

Nothing satisfies quite like a big pot of creamy Southern Butter Beans simmering on the stove. It's the kind of comforting, homestyle dish your mama and grandma used to make: classic, full of flavor, and irresistibly cozy. This butter beans recipe is slow-cooked with a blend of earthy herbs, aromatics, and spices, resulting in beans that are melt-in-your-mouth tender, rich, and silky. So go ahead and cook up this nostalgic recipe—it delivers comforting flavors, timeless charm, and a hearty dose of soul.

Ingredients
  • 4 1/2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon hickory liquid smoke
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 dried bay leaves ,optional
  • 16 oz butter beans (1 lb) or large lima beans
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (such as vegetable oil)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 small onion (or 1/2 large onion), chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
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    Begin by soaking the beans for 8 hours or overnight to help them cook faster and make them easier to digest by releasing enzyme inhibitors.

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    In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the oil, 1 tablespoon of butter, chopped onions, black pepper, and garlic powder. Sauté the onions for about 3 minutes until they become soft and translucent.

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    Next, add the water, chicken bouillon, soaked butter beans, hickory liquid smoke, sugar, dried parsley, dried thyme, salt, and bay leaves to the pot.

  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, which should take about 5 to 6 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot with a lid, and let it cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the beans are thick and creamy. After the first hour, check to see if additional liquid is needed to prevent the beans from drying out.

  5. Once cooked, remove the bay leaves, adjust the seasoning to taste with additional pepper or salt, and stir in the remaining butter. Allow the beans to sit and cool for about 10 minutes to thicken further. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 225mg10%
Potassium 665mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 26g9%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Sugars 4g
Protein 8g16%

Vitamin C 1 mg
Calcium 35 mg
Iron 3 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

How to Store Butter Beans

Fridge: Allow the butter beans to cool to room temperature before transferring them to an airtight container or a sealable plastic bag. Store them in the fridge, where they will stay fresh for 3-4 days.

Freezer: Butter beans also freeze well. Place them in a freezer-safe container or a sealable plastic bag, ensuring as much air is removed as possible to avoid freezer burn. Label with the date, and they can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Reheating: To reheat, place the butter beans in a saucepan over medium-low heat and cook until thoroughly warmed, stirring occasionally for even heating. Add extra liquid if needed. Alternatively, you can use the microwave by heating in 1-minute intervals, covered with a damp paper towel, and stirring occasionally.

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Nour Nouri
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Hi ! I am Nour Nouri!

 I share with you my experience in preparing various delicious meals that have always been well received in the environment in which I live, Western and Asian cuisine and other diverse dishes. Which I think you will like.