Christmas Lima Beans

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Dry, colorful, and jumbo-sized Christmas lima beans.
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Christmas Lima Beans Price Qty
1 lb retail bag Price per oz $1.214
$19.42
5 lb bulk bag Price per oz $0.956
$76.47
25 lbs bulk box Price per oz $0.807
$322.60

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Kosher christmas lima beans
christmas lima beans

Jumbo-sized and colorful heirloom lima bean.

  • Often referred to as one of the speckled butter beans types.
  • This bean variety dates back to the 1840's.
  • These are whole, dry, Christmas lima beans.
  • Each Christmas lima bean measures 3/4 to 1 inch long dry, cooks to a larger size, and features big splashes of maroon streaking across a cream-colored background.
  • Flavor: Chestnut-like.
  • Nutrition summary: Excellent source of fiber and a good source of iron.
  • Certified Kosher by Blue Ribbon Kosher. See the North Bay Kosher List.
  • Not for sprouting.

Common uses: These limas add character to bean and other soups, and are often served with rice, pork chops, ribs, and beef.

Packaging: Bagged selections are in resealable poly bags. Bulk box orders use sealed plastic bag inside sturdy cardboard box.

A popular gift item: Use our multiple-address and gifts-messaging features to send these unique heirloom beans to friends and family.

Customer Reviews
  1. 100%
    The best of the best beans
    I love beans so much I could eat a different one at every meal. The Christmas Limas are a special treat. Being a Deep South cook, I add a ham hock, crushed garlic, and some Cajun seasoning to the water. They have become a Thanksgiving favorite, and the nutty flavor really meshes with the turkey, dressing and cranberry sauce.

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  2. 100%
    These lima beans are by far the best tasting.
    Easy to grow and freeze.

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  3. 100%
    FANTASTIC!!
    Absolute BEAN flavor. I make them and then cover them in our Vinegar/Oil/Seasoning mix and put them in the fridge.GREAT snack. My favorite.

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  4. 100%
    Best beans to use up that ham bone with.
    My Husband is not a bean lover but after doing these three times plus bringing them to a potluck he's converted. Cooked Mom style (meaning whatever sounds good with the ham bone) and with molasses they are delicious.

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  5. 100%
    Awesome!
    My new favorite bean! Have the Christmas Lima beans in the slow cooker as we speak and I can hardly wait until dinner. They are so hardy and have held up to a long, slow day in the pot. Not mushy at all. Great taste! Am on here ordering more now.

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  6. 100%
    great package of beans
    I haven't tried these beans yet, but they look fabulous and are really well packaged. Shipping is super fast and the price is great. Look forward to cooking this weekend!

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  7. 100%
    HOly cow, these are great!
    These x-mas lima beans are gorgeous before cooking and after, and so tasty! They have a lightly sweet, chestnutty flavor. I am in love!

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  8. 100%
    The whole family loves them.
    We purchased a small amount of these beans to try and the whole family loved them. They taste nothing like the traditional lima beans. The kids ate them without question.

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  9. 100%
    fantastic
    ive ate these christmas lima beans since i was a kid [ im 50 ] they r really hard to find so thankyou so much. i fixed them 4 my dad this wk and he LOVED them it just brings back alot of childhood memories

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  10. 100%
    Excellent flavor!
    I have used 2 packages of these Christmas Lima beans and given some away to share. Today I cooked (after soaked all night) in fresh water covering lima beans by about 2 inches. Added 1 tsp. granulated chicken soup stock, 2 carrots and 2 stalks celery. Simmered until firm but done.... about 2 hours. Removed celery and carrots. Added 1 tsp Summer Savory and simmered a little while longer to meld flavors. Also 1/2 tsp salt at end of cooking. Fantastic!

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  11. 100%
    No Wonder They're Heirlooms!
    Now I understand why these beautiful lima beans have been so treasured for many generations. The robust flavor is nothing like the traditional lima bean taste (which I have always avoided eating). These colorful beauties impart not only a rich and hearty flavor to any soup or stew, but they also provide ample protein and fiber, as well. These beans will be a mainstay item in my pantry, for many years to come.

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  12. 100%
    great stuff
    Just cooked up a pot, they are large Christmas lima beans with a wonderful flavor, slightly nutty tasting.

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  13. 100%
    Christmas Limas
    Beautiful beans with a smooth buttery texture. Very flavorful and a fun visual in any dish.

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Christmas Lima Beans

Easy to Prepare — a little makes a lot

  • First, sort beans for any foreign matter and then rinse. Some cooks like to do a preliminary soak by soaking beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
  • After optional soaking drain and rinse beans.
  • Next, place beans in a pot, cover with sufficient water, and bring to a slow boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, adding water as needed. Simmer time will vary depending on soak time and size of bean.
  • Alternatively, some cooks prefer to use crock pot techniques.
  • Note: As with any supply of dry natural beans, this product may contain small pebbles, so please remember to sort your beans first.

Yield — 1 cup of dry Christmas limas weighs about 1/2 lb and makes about 3 cups of cooked beans.

Storage — Best if used within 24 months. Store tightly sealed in a dry location away from sunlight.

Nutrition Facts

Serv.Size 1/4 cup dry
measure (48g)

Servings Varies

Calories 160
Fat Cal. 0

*Percent Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.

Amount/Serving %DV* Amount/Serving %DV*
Total Fat 0g 0% Total Carb. 30g 10%
Sat. Fat 0g 0% Fiber 9g 36%
Trans. Fat 0g Sugars 4g
Cholest. 0mg 0% Protein 10g
Sodium 5mg 0%

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