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Default Frozen Lima Beans

JoeSpareBedroom wrote:
> "James" > wrote in message
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>>This week the local supermarket has frozen veges on sale $1 for one
>>pound package. I was surprised to find that the regular price for
>>Lima Beans is $3.99. Maybe I'll plant some this season in addition to
>>my regular row of string beans.
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>>Are they hard to grow?

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> Not hard to grow, but they take a long time to mature, so less turnaround
> per acre, more money charged.
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>>What are some easy recipes?
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> Google for "lima beans with mint". I had a recipe years ago, can't find it
> now.
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Or any recipe for "butter beans" as limas are called in the south.

George