Baby Lima Beans And Corn In Chive Cream

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I love a wonderful vegetable dish and this one looks to me like a real winner! From gourmet.

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Steps

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Cook bacon in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat , stirring occasionally , until crisp.

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Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain , then cook onion and bell pepper in fat in skillet over moderate heat , stirring frequently , until vegetables are softened , 5 to 6 minutes.

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Add lima beans , corn , water , salt , and pepper , then simmer , covered , until vegetables are tender , about 8 minutes.

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Increase heat to high and add cream , then boil , uncovered , until liquid is reduced by half , 7 to 10 minutes.

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Stir in herbs and salt to taste.

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Serve sprinkled with bacon.

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Ingredients

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bacon, onion, green bell pepper, frozen baby lima beans, frozen corn kernels, water, salt, black pepper, heavy cream, fresh chives, fresh parsley