Creamy Succotash with Bacon, Thyme and Chives Recipe
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Creamy Succotash with Bacon, Thyme and Chives

By: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson  
"If fresh thyme or chives aren't available for the succotash, use dried thyme and sliced green onion tops."

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces thick sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion, cut into medium dice
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen baby lima beans
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen sweet corn
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 teaspoons snipped fresh chives

Directions

  1. Fry bacon over medium-high heat in a Dutch oven until crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. Pour off all but 2 Tbs. of the bacon drippings. Add onions; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add lima beans, 1/2 cup water, salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and continue to simmer, covered, until partially cooked, about 5 minutes. Add corn, cream, and thyme; return to a simmer, and warm until vegetables are fully cooked and cream doesn't pool, about 5 minutes longer. (Can be refrigerated at this point up to 2 days ahead.)
  3. When ready to serve, stir bacon and chives into warm succotash. This recipe doubles easily.

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Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 199 | Total Fat: 10.3g | Cholesterol: 33mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2007 by sask 
This is fabulous. I followed recipe as is; made a day ahead, and as per recipe, did not add... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2007 by Debbwl56 
Very good. I used can lima beans and corn because that is what I had on had on hand and it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2009 by Gimme A Taste 
This was delicious! I was skepical at first because the succotash of my childhood was very... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 19, 2008 by GatsbyGirl 
I have a fond nostalgia for succotash, and was so pleased to find this recipe for an updated... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2007 by ASHFORD312 
I needed a vegie recipe for 120 people for a dinner I was catering at church and this was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 15, 2009 by AMSILVA 
This was very good. My cream did not reduce much, so it's a good idea to mix before scooping... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 12, 2008 by Lauren 
Very good, I used sausage instead of bacon, but I felt like it needed another spice to make it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2009 by Amy B 
Very yummy side dish! I used milk instead of the heavy cream, and it turned out really well. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2009 by MISTICAT57 
This was OK...but I prefer this without the cream. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2009 by BN61079 
This was wonderful! I didn't have any cream, so I used evaporated milk and a pat of butter. ... MORE

 
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