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    New England Succotash

    Sweet corn and lima beans simmered together with butter, a simple colonial-era New England side.

    ⏱ 10 minPrep time
    🔥 15 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 New England KitchenCategory
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    Sweet corn and lima beans simmered together with butter, a simple colonial-era New England side.

    Thanksgiving’s oldest side

    Native to New England’s earliest tables, succotash is just corn, beans, and plenty of butter — humble, quick, and quietly perfect.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the onion until soft, about 3 minutes.
    2. Add the corn and lima beans and cook 6-8 minutes, stirring, until tender and lightly golden.
    3. Stir in the cream, salt, and pepper and cook 2 minutes more.
    4. Finish with the parsley and serve warm.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Fresh corn and shelled limas in season are unbeatable, but frozen work beautifully. A splash of cream makes it company-ready.

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    Recipe details

    Prep10 min
    Cook15 min
    Servings6
    CategoryNew England Kitchen
    PublishedAugust 16, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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