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Butter Bean (Noun)

Bush bean plant cultivated especially in southern United States having small flat edible seeds.

Nouns denoting plants.

The butter bean seeds were a staple in many traditional Southern dishes, including succotash and bean soups.
Butter beans were one of the most widely cultivated bush beans in the rural South during the early 20th century.
After harvesting the butter beans, my grandmother would carefully shell and dry them for storage throughout the winter.
In the Lowcountry region, butter beans were often served as a side dish, boiled and seasoned with salt, pepper, and a dash of vinegar.
The small, flat seeds of the butter bean plant made them easy to cook and incorporate into a variety of recipes.

Small flat green bean similar to lima beans.

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

The farmer's market was selling fresh butter beans by the pound, perfect for a summer stew.
Butter beans have a creamy texture and a mild, nutty flavor that pairs well with garlic and herbs.
In the southern United States, butter beans are a staple ingredient in traditional dishes like succotash and hoppin' John.
She carefully shelled the butter beans and added them to the pot of simmering vegetables.
Butter beans are a type of legume that can be boiled, steamed, or sautéed and served as a side dish.