Homestead Lima Bean and Bacon Casserole

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"It isn't summer in the south without fresh grown limas. Love 'em."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen lima beans or (10 ounce) packages fresh lima beans, cooked,drained with cooking liquid reserved
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• salt and pepper
• 1⁄2 cup dry breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1⁄2 - 3⁄4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 slices lean bacon

directions

1. Spray 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Layer drained lima beans over the bottom of the casserole dish.
3. In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.
4. Add in the flour and whisk for 1 minute.
5. Slowly add in 1/2 cup reserved bean cooking liquid; whisk until thickened and smooth.
6. Add in the brown sugar, mustard, and lemon juice; stir to combine.
7. Season to taste with salt and pepper and pour over lima beans.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, melted butter, and cheese.
9. Spoon evenly over the beans.
10. Lay bacon strips over the top and bake in a 350° oven for about 30 minutes or until the bacon is crisp.

Reviews

[Molly53]

Very tasty, very easy to make.