Ingredients:

• 1-pound dried lima beans
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 large ribs celery, chopped
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pepper to taste
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 16-ounce can Italian tomatoes
• 16-ounce can corn
• 1/4-pound sharp Cheddar cheese. grated

Directions:

1. Rinse dried lima beans and soak in 6 cups water for 6 hours or overnight.
2. Drain and cook beans for about 1 hour in large pot with 6 cups fresh water.
3. In a large saucepan, sauté onion and celery in butter until slightly tender:
4. Thoroughly blend in flour, salt and pepper.
5. Add cream and bring to a gentle boil.
6. Add beans and their liquid.
7. Add remaining ingredients.
8. Bring to a boil again.
9. Adjust seasonings before serving.