RCI-VG.004.1181.001
Saucy Lima Beans
Easy lima beans from the crockpot, made with canned lima beans or butter beans, tomatoes, bacon, and smoked sausage.
Prep25 min
Cook30 min
Total55 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- butter beans or lima beans3 cansdrained
- 1 can
- 1 unit
- green or red bell pepper sliced1 unit
- (14 oz.) bottle ketchup1 unit
- 1 cup
- bacon12 slicesfried, drained, and crumbled
- kielbasa1 poundsliced
Method
1
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes, then transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and crumble once cooled.
2
In the same skillet, cook the kielbasa slices over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned on both sides, stirring occasionally, then set aside.
3
Add butter to the skillet and sauté the sliced onion and bell pepper over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened, stirring frequently.
4
Stir in the ketchup and brown sugar, mixing until the brown sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
5
Add the canned tomatoes (with juice) and stir to combine, breaking up any large chunks with the back of a spoon.
6
Add the drained lima beans and return the kielbasa to the skillet, stirring gently to distribute everything evenly.
7
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
8
Fold in the crumbled bacon just before serving, reserving some for garnish if desired.
9
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve warm in bowls or as a side dish.