Pancho's Beef Stick Limas

Directions

Soak limas overnight in cold water.

Wash limas and place in a 4 quart kettle. Cover with water and bring to a full boil.

Reduce heat to simmer and continue cooking until beans are nearly tender.

Set beans aside and do not pour off bean liquid.

In a medium skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery in oil until crisp tender.

Add cubed beef stick and stir fry for about 3 minutes.

Next add tomatoes and juice, oregano, chili powder, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer about 5 min to make a rich sauce.

Pour lima beans and liquid and tomato mixture into a well buttered 3 quart casserole or Dutch oven. Stir to blend.

Bake 2 hours, uncovered in a 275℉ (140℃). oven.

Add water periodically if needed.

Cover with cheese and return to oven until cheese is melted.