Fresh Cranberry Beans with Lemon and Olive Oil |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Fresh cranberry beans are available at farmers' markets and farm stands. Once shelled, they freeze well. Just blanch them briefly in boiling water, drain, cool and freeze in zip-top plastic bags. If you can't find them in your area, substitute another fresh shelled bean, such as fava or baby lima beans. Fresh beans need little embellishment beyond olive oil and sea salt. Ingredients:
4 cups water |
2 teaspoons sea salt |
3 pounds fresh shelled cranberry beans (about 7 3/4 cups) |
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro |
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a stockpot. Add beans. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until beans are tender. Drain.
2. Combine lemon juice and remaining ingredients in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Combine juice mixture and beans, tossing to coat. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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