Scafata of lima beans and escarole

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4tablespoonsVirgin olive oil
4ouncesPancetta, chopped into
1\\8 inch dice
½mediumSpanish onion, thinly sliced
1teaspoonCrushed chilies
1poundsShelled fresh lima beans or
½poundsSoaked and cooked
½bunchEscarole, cut into 1/2inch
Ribbons
½cupTomato sauce, recipe follows
1tablespoonFreshly ground black pepper

Directions

In a 12 inch to 14 inch saute pan, heat olive oil and pancetta until pancetta is soft and translucent. Add onion, chilies and lima beans and cook until onion softens, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add escarole tomato sauce and pepper and cook until wilted and soft. Serve immediately.