HOW TO MAKE LIMA BEAN RICE [ SIMPLE] COST EFFECTIVE

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Water is a low-calorie option, while chicken broth is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly cooking oil.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika adds flavor and color at a lower cost.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are often cheaper and add freshness.

Soak lima beans in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked lima beans.

In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the drained lima beans, rice, and vegetable broth to the pot.

Stir in bay leaves, thyme, black pepper, and salt.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and beans are tender.

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley.

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