This Lima Bean Soup recipe is warm and comforting when it's cold outside! Made with dry lima beans, but you can use canned if you prefer, plus vegetables such as carrots, celery, and leeks. Frugal & delicious!
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Lima Bean Soup is an excellent way to feed the family. Our family has been making and
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