Barbecued Lima Beans And Ham Recipe

Ingredients for Barbecued Lima Beans And Ham

• Dried Large Lima Beans
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 cups water
• Cooked Ham
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
• Catsup
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Chili Powder
• Hot Sauce

How to Make Barbecued Lima Beans And Ham

1. In a large pot, combine 1 pound dried lima beans, 8 cups water, and 1 teaspoon salt.
2. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until beans are tender but not mushy.
3. Drain the beans, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. In a 2-quart baking dish, layer half of the cooked lima beans, 1 pound cooked ham (diced), and 1/2 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced).
6. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of your reserved bean liquid, 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
7. Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the layered beans and ham.
8. Layer the remaining lima beans and ham on top.
9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 1 hour.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened, adding more reserved liquid if needed for moisture.
11. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, if desired.