Lima-Bacon Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Cook limas in 1 1/2 cups boiling salted water 15 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup liquid.
2. 2
   Fry bacon until about half cooked.
3. 3
   Drain on paper towels.
4. 4
   Keep 3 tablespoons fat.
5. 5
   Saute onion and celery in bacon fat until soft.
6. 6
   Toss together lima beans, onion, celery, cheese, pepper, Worcestershire and liquid from beans.
7. 7
   Bake in lightly greased 2-quart casserole.
8. 8
   Sprinkle bacon on top.
9. 9
   Bake, uncovered, at 350° about 25 minutes or until browned.