Christmas Lima Beans

This is a large, flat bean of a light cream color with maroon splashes. This heirloom bean has been a favorite for many generations. It has a butter-like texture and a subtle chestnut-like flavor. Basic Bean Cooking Instructions Pick over beans and rinse thoroughly in cold water. Place cleaned beans in a bowl of fresh cold water, cover and soak for 3 to 8 hours or overnight at room temperature; drain and rinse well. Or place beans in a saucepan with water of cover, bring to a boil, remove from the heat , and soak for 1 1/2 hours, drain and rinse well. Cook beans by covering with 2" of water, simmering 1 to 2 hours or until tender depending on size of the bean. Stewed Christmas Lima Beans 12 oz. dried Christmas Lima Beans 1 oz. olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 zucchini, diced 4 oz. tomato concasse 1 oz. fresh cilantro Salt, Pepper, Lime Juice Prepare beans: Rinse and pick over. Soak overnight or quick soak. Drain and rinse. Cover beans with 2 in water and c