Lima Beans

Ingredients

• Lima beans
• 10 degree brine (saltwater solution)

Directions

1. Hulled lima beans by passing them through a viner 3 to 4 times or by hand.

2. Clean the beans using a cleaning machine.

3. Blanch the beans in boiling water for 4 to 6 minutes.

4. Soak the beans in fresh cold water for 20 minutes to remove bitterness.

5. Fill cans with beans, leaving ¼ inch from the top.

6. Fill the cans with 10 degree brine.

7. Process small cans for 24 minutes at 240°F (115°C).

8. Process medium cans for 35 minutes at 240°F (115°C).

9. Process large cans for 50 minutes at 240°F (115°C).