Succotash of Fresh Corn, Lima Beans, Tomatoes and Onions

I have never made Succotash before :). Actually I don't think I was ever exactly sure WHAT succotash was. Now I know it's a yummy, fresh tasting side dish. It's great for when there is fresh sweet corn and tomatoes on hand. Elijah and I liked this a lot, the two littliest ones weren't as crazy about it. Although, they did get the giggles when I taught them how to say "Suffering Succotash!"


Succotash of Fresh Corn, Lima Beans, Tomatoes and Onions

yield: Makes 6 servings

ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
Coarse kosher salt
1 large garlic clove, minced
3 cups chopped red tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 1/4 cups corn kernels cut from 4 ears of corn (preferably 2 ears of white corn and 2 ears of yellow corn)
2 cups fresh lima beans (from about 2 pounds pods) or 10 to 11 ounces frozen lima beans or baby butter beans, thawed
3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

preparation
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sprinkle with coarse salt. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, corn, and lima beans. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until corn and lima beans are tender and tomatoes are soft, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm before continuing.
Stir in basil and serve.