1/2 lb. dried baby lima beans
1 tsp. salt
1/3 c. maple syrup
1/4 c. butter

Soak lima beans in water overnight. Drain, cover with fresh water and add salt. Simmer beans until tender to a fork. Drain, saving liquid. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place beans in a 1 1/2 quart casserole. Combine 1/2 cup bean liquid, syrup and butter. Pour over beans. Cover casserole and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Remove cover and continue baking for another 30 minutes.