LIMA BEAN AND APPLE CASSEROLE 
2 (10 oz.) pkgs. frozen baby lima beans
1 med. apple, cored and chopped
2 tbsp. water
1/2 c. mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 c. sour cream
1 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. coarsely chopped walnuts

In 2 quart microwave safe casserole combine frozen lima beans, apple and water. Microwave covered on high 8-10 minutes or until beans are tender (stirring twice). Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, flour, lemon peel, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Stir into lima bean mixture. Microwave, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until mixture is thickened and bubbly (stirring twice). Sprinkle with walnuts. Makes 8 servings.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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