This Creamed Limas and Corn Parmesan is the ultimate comfort food side dish, perfect for enhancing a roast chicken or ham dinner. The dish combines sweet corn kernels and earthy lima beans in a velvety, homemade béchamel-style sauce enriched with sharp Parmesan cheese. The onions provide a subtle aromatic base, while the butter and flour create a smooth, luxurious texture that coats every bite. ItâÂÂs baked until the top is golden and bubbly, creating a delightful contrast between the hot, creamy interior and the slightly crisp, cheesy crust. This recipe is simple enough for weeknight meals yet impressive enough for holiday gatherings. It brings a nostalgic, home-style warmth to the table that everyone will love.
Creamed Limas & Corn Parmesan
Description
This Creamed Limas and Corn Parmesan is the ultimate comfort food side dish, perfect for enhancing a roast chicken or ham dinner. The dish combines sweet corn kernels and earthy lima beans in a velvety, homemade b&# 195;©chamel-style sauce enriched with sharp Parmesan cheese. The onions provide a subtle aromatic base, while the butter and flour create a smooth, luxurious texture that coats every bite. ItâÂÂs baked until the top is golden and bubbly, creating a delightful contrast between the hot, creamy interior and the slightly crisp, cheesy crust. This recipe is simple enough for weeknight meals yet impressive enough for holiday gatherings. It brings a nostalgic, home-style warmth to the table that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
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Drain the 16oz can of lima beans, reserving about 1/2 cup of the liquid from the can.
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the 3 tablespoons of butter.
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Add the chopped onion to the melted butter and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
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Sprinkle the flour and salt over the onions, stirring constantly to create a smooth paste (roux).
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Gradually whisk in the milk and the reserved bean liquid, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
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In a buttered 10x6 inch baking dish, combine the drained lima beans and the corn kernels.
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Pour the hot creamy sauce evenly over the vegetables in the baking dish.
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Sprinkle the top generously with grated Parmesan cheese and a dash of black pepper.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the top is lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 183.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.0g16%
- Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
- Cholesterol 25.4mg9%
- Sodium 2540.7mg106%
- Total Carbohydrate 20.0g7%
- Dietary Fiber 3.3g14%
- Sugars 7.0g
- Protein 5.2g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.