Easy Succotash

This Southern favorite of lima beans, corn, and chopped peppers is simmered in whipping cream until tender.  Delicious!

• 1 (10-oz.) package frozen lima beans
• 4 cups fresh corn (8 ears) or 1 (16-oz.) package frozen corn, thawed
• 1 small green pepper, finely chopped
• 1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Cook lima beans in boiling salted water to cover 5 to 8 minutes or until beans are barely tender; drain.  Transfer lima beans to a large skillet.  Add corn and remaining ingredients.  Cook over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Yield:  6 to 8 servings.

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