Savory Mashed Limas

This healthy and simple recipe is from Gourmet Magazine (Feb. 1999).

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb frozen baby lima bean (about 3 cups)
• 2 -3  garlic cloves
• 2  tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1⁄3 cup milk (to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  freshly grated nutmeg

Directions

1. Cook lima beans according to package instructions. While beans are cooking, mince garlic and in a small saucepan cook in butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden.
2. Drain beans in a large sieve and transfer to a food processor. Add garlic mixture, milk, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste and purée until smooth.