Homestead Lima Bean And Bacon Casserole

• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen lima beans or (10 ounce) packages fresh lima beans, cooked,drained with cooking liquid reserved
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 slices lean bacon

1. Spray 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Layer drained lima beans over the bottom of the casserole dish.
3. In a saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.
4. Add in the flour and whisk for 1 minute.
5. Slowly add in 1/2 cup reserved bean cooking liquid; whisk until thickened and smooth.
6. Add in the brown sugar, mustard, and lemon juice; stir to combine.
7. Season to taste with salt and pepper and pour over lima beans.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, melted butter, and cheese.
9. Spoon evenly over the beans.
10. Lay bacon strips over the top and bake in a 350u0b0 oven for about 30 minutes or until the bacon is crisp.

beans, butter, flour, brown sugar, mustard, lemon juice, salt, breadcrumbs, butter, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, lean bacon

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/homestead-lima-bean-and-bacon-casserole-96551 (may not work)