Lima Bee Ice Cream
Updated Oct. 12, 2023
- Total Time
- 1 hour 15 minutes
- Prep Time
- 45 minutes
- Cook Time
- 30 minutes
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Ingredients
- ¾pound lima beans, fresh or frozen
- 3cups milk
- 3large eggs
- 2tablespoons sugar
- 1cup honey
Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)
272 calories; 5 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 1 gram monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 51 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 43 grams sugars; 8 grams protein; 71 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
In a large pot, bring lima beans to a boil for 10 minutes to soften them. Remove the skins from the beans by hand or by pressing the beans through a colander or ricer.
- Step 2
Puree bean pulp with half the milk in a blender until smooth.
- Step 3
In the top half of a double boiler, combine the eggs, remaining milk and sugar. Heat, stirring, until steam rises. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in bean puree and honey.
- Step 4
Strain mixture through a fine sieve. Cool thoroughly. Freeze in an ice-cream maker, following manufacturer's instructions.
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