Butter beans are mature lima beans. They are flat and white, and taste creamy, rich and buttery when cooked. Whether dried, fresh or frozen, butter beans require a long cooking period to soften and absorb delicious seasonings. A slow-cooker ensures that the beans cook at a low temperature, which helps them stay intact.

Old Fashioned Crock Pot Lima Beans and Ham is a delicious way to try lima beans if you haven't tried it before. Similar to traditional beans and ham.

Classic southern butter beans with bacon are quick and easy with this shortcut recipe. You'll get all of that good country flavor without the hour of simmering Grandma's recipe takes.

Enjoy a classic Southern side dish with our easy butter beans recipe featuring bacon. This fresh and flavorful dish is perfect for any meal, adding a touch of soul food to your table. Follow our detailed instructions to create the best butter beans, combining creaminess and smokiness for a delicious result. Perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions.

Makes 10 servings

Old Fashioned Crock Pot Lima Beans and Ham is a delicious way to try lima beans if you haven't tried it before. Similar to traditional beans and ham.

Speckled Butter Beans are a Southern favorite. These tasty beans are great as a side dish or with a few more ingredients make a wonderful budget friendly meal.

Try our Southern Homemade Butter Beans, a slow cooker delight with creamy, tender beans, rich flavors, and easy prep for a hearty meal.

A no-fail Southern recipe for tender baby lima beans (butterbeans) cooked low and slow with bacon.