Creamy Succotash with Bacon, Thyme and Chives

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If fresh thyme or chives aren't available for the succotash, use dried thyme and sliced green onion tops.

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Servings:
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Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces thick sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 medium onion, cut into medium dice

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen baby lima beans

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen sweet corn

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves

  • 2 teaspoons snipped fresh chives

Directions

  1. Fry bacon over medium-high heat in a Dutch oven until crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.

  2. Pour off all but 2 Tbs. of the bacon drippings. Add onions; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add lima beans, 1/2 cup water, salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and continue to simmer, covered, until partially cooked, about 5 minutes. Add corn, cream, and thyme; return to a simmer, and warm until vegetables are fully cooked and cream doesn't pool, about 5 minutes longer. (Can be refrigerated at this point up to 2 days ahead.)

  3. When ready to serve, stir bacon and chives into warm succotash. This recipe doubles easily.

Tips

Copyright 2005 USA WEEKEND and columnist Pam Anderson. All rights reserved.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

198 Calories
10g Fat
22g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 198
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 219mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 13%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 143mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.