Easy Succotash

"Succotash is a classic dish of corn and lima beans introduced to New England colonists by Native Americans in the 17th century. This dish was inspired by what was known as the "three sisters" crops: corn, beans, and squash. The dish has become essential to Southern cooking, but it's served all over the country with regional twists. Often, you'll see tomatoes, peppers, onions, okra, or bacon in the dish,"

"Key Ingredients To be considered succotash, a recipe must have corn and lima beans as the traditional main ingredients. From there, you can get creative. My spin is a vegetarian succotash, using a custom seasoning blend to achieve a deliciously savory flavoring. Here are a few more tips for nailing this recipe: Lima beans are a must. If you can use fresh corn, you'll notice the extra flavor punch. If it's sweet corn season, succotash is incredibly flavorful with fresh corn."

Succotash combines corn and lima beans into a savory, colorful side that traces back to Native American 'three sisters' agriculture and was introduced to New England colonists in the 17th century. Regional variations add tomatoes, peppers, onions, okra, or bacon, while vegetarian preparations focus on fresh vegetables and seasoning. Fresh corn and red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and onion add brightness. A recommended seasoning blend includes garlic powder, smoked paprika, sage, parsley, salt, and pepper. Lima beans are essential. Cutting corn from the cob when in season maximizes sweetness and flavor.

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