How To Prepare Fresh Lima Beans

All you need to prepare delicious fresh Lima beans is water, salt and a little time.
To peel off the shell: break off one tip and "unbutton" the thread. Cut the layers, preferably with your fingernail, and remove the beans. Drain in a colander under cold running water.For the stew: Put the beans, water, and salt in a medium saucepan; cover. Cook over medium heat for 1 hour or until tender.Serving recommendations: Lima beans can be served with melted butter or lemon cream sauce. Lima beans are also often served mixed with equal parts of hot boiled rice.