Butter Bean Soup

Butter Bean Soup

Lima beans shine in this creamy soup flavored with tomatoes and onion flakes. Onion flakes have an intense flavor which when cooked in the soup impart a deep and sweet onion flavor. 1 pound lima beans 2 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth 1 (14.5-ounce) can stewed tomatoes 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1. Soak lima beans in water to cover in a stockpot overnight. 2. The second day drain beans. Leave beans in stockpot; add broth, tomatoes, butter, onion flakes, sugar, salt and pepper in a saucepan. 3. Bring heat to a boil; lower heat to a simmer, cover and simmer for about 2 hours or until beans are tender. Serve hot; offer a splash of vinegar or a dollop of sour cream with soup.

Makes 6 servings.

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 * SF&SC Y-Group