Lima Beans with Smoked Turkey.wmv

smoked turkey

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: cooked ham

Chicken breast reduces fat while still providing protein.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

Soak lima beans in water overnight or for at least 6 hours.

Drain and rinse the soaked lima beans.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in the drained lima beans, smoked turkey, and chicken broth.

Add bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

Check occasionally and add water if necessary to keep beans submerged.

Remove bay leaves and smoked turkey; shred turkey and return to pot.

Season with salt to taste and stir in chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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