Lima Bean Pot

By JJCR

Ingredients

• 1 lb. dried lima beans
• 1 lb. bulk sausage
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Sort and wash beans. Cover with water, and bring to a boil; boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand 1 hour. Return to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer until almost tender (about 1 hour).

Brown sausage in a skillet; add onion, green pepper, and celery. Saute until vegetables are tender. Add meat mixture and remaining ingredients. Continue cooking until beans are tender, adding water if necessary.
Yield: 8-10 servings.

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