Christmas Lima Beans

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Dry, colorful, and jumbo-sized Christmas lima beans.
Christmas Lima Beans Price Qty
1 lb retail bag Price per oz $1.657
$26.51
5 lb bulk bag Price per oz $1.330
$106.41
25 lbs bulk box Price per oz $1.138
$455.35

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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. 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

Overall Rating
Not your typical Lima bean
Review by G.R.
Growing up during WW2 I ate so many grainy tasteless limas
with or without meat that I didn't think I would ever be able to look another Lima bean in the eye.
Christmas limas have turned me out! These are delicious.
Overall Rating
The best of the best beans
Review by Diane
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.
Overall Rating
These lima beans are by far the best tasting.
Review by Sunshine
Easy to grow and freeze.
Overall Rating
FANTASTIC!!
Review by Sage
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.
Overall Rating
Best beans to use up that ham bone with.
Review by Marcie
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.
Overall Rating
Awesome!
Review by Pat
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.
Overall Rating
great package of beans
Review by kathy
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!
Overall Rating
HOly cow, these are great!
Review by Jana
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!
Overall Rating
The whole family loves them.
Review by Sage
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.
Overall Rating
fantastic
Review by cher
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
Overall Rating
Excellent flavor!
Review by Mickey
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!
Overall Rating
No Wonder They're Heirlooms!
Review by JJ2007
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.
Overall Rating
great stuff
Review by Mary
Just cooked up a pot, they are large Christmas lima beans with a wonderful flavor, slightly nutty tasting.
Overall Rating
Christmas Limas
Review by Barb
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 2 1/3 Tbsp
measure (35g)

Servings Varies

Calories 120
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 7g 25%
Trans. Fat 0g Sugars 3g
Cholest. 0mg 0% Protein 8g 16%
Sodium 5mg 0%
Vitamin D 0% • Potassium 15% • Calcium 2% • Iron 15%

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