Creamed Lima Beans With Roux

Ingredients

• 1 lb lima beans, shelled
• Water for boiling
• 1/2 cup milk or cream
• 1 tsp flour
• Salt to taste

Method

1. 1 Shell and wash the lima beans. Place in a pot and cover with boiling water.
2. 2 Cook for about one hour or until tender, allowing the water to nearly evaporate.
3. 3 Whisk flour into the milk or cream, then add to the beans.
4. 4 Season with salt, bring to a boil once, and serve immediately.