Southwest Lima Beans

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 garlic, chopped
• 6 1/2 ounces black olives, sliced
• 32 ounces lima beans, cooked and drained, reserv cooking liquid
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved 1/4 cup cold water
• salt

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375*F. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic; saute until soft. Add olives and lima beans. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese.

2. 2

   Add water to reserved cooking liquid to measure 1 1/4 cups; add to saucepan. Place over high heat; bring to boiling. Add chili powder, dissolved cornstarch, and to salt to taste; stir till starts to thicken. Pour over beans; mix well. Place in greased ovenproof casserole dish; cover with foil. Bake 45 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake until cheese melts.