Herbed Lima Beans: Another delicious variation on plain buttered limas, add 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, stir herbs through hot beans. Cover and let stand 2 - 3 minutes. Serve at once.
Spanish Limas: Cook quick frozen or fresh lima as usual. When half done, add 2 tablespoons of grated onion. Continue cooking. About 5 minutes before serving add 2 tablespoons of chopped canned pimiento.