Lima Beans with Ham and Cream

By kimmie12

6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 2 (10 oz.) package frozen baby lima beans, thawed
• 1/2 pound maple honey ham, sliced
• 1 cup finely diced onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1/4 to 1/3 cup chicken broth

Preparation

Step 1

Butter a 2 quart shallow baking dish and set aside. Stir together lima beans and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; spoon into prepared dish. Bake, covered, at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir and bake 30 more minutes or until bubbly and browned. Serve with a slotted spoon, if desired. Beans will thicken as they begin to cool.