Succotash - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. dried lima beans, soaked overnight in fridge
3 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1 small can tomatoes
1/4 tsp. thyme
2 small bay leaves
1 Tbsp. chopped green pepper
1 Tbsp. bacon fat
1 c. whole kernel corn
1 Tbsp. sugar

Preparation

Place in a large pot all ingredients, except corn.
Bring to boil; cover pot.
Lower heat and simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Add more water, if needed.
Water should cover beans throughout cooking time.
Serve with hot corn bread and fried chicken.