Lima Bean Puree with Sage Croutons

1-1/2 cups lima beans
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 tablespoon heavy cream
salt and pepper
water

1 slice whole wheat bread, crusts removed
1/2 teaspoon sage
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper

1. Boil salted water and add lima beans. Cook until tender.
2. Meanwhile, slice bread into equal sized squares, brush with olive oil and season with sage, salt and pepper.
3. Lightly fry the bread over medium heat in a non-stick skillet until golden brown, then flip and fry the other side. You could also bake them, if you like.
4. Once lima beans are cooked, drain them and transfer them to a food processor.
5. Pulse lima beans with garlic, butter, salt and pepper until pureed.
6. Serve puree topped with croutons and a splash of heavy cream.

Makes 2 servings