Jan's Baby Lima Beans With Ham 5 bag frozen Baby Lima Beans 11/2 cup chopped ham 1 lg. finely chopped onion 1 finely chopped bell pepper 1 cup finely chopped celery Enough water to cover the beans Salt & Black Pepper to taste Cayenne Pepper Any Creole seasoning you like In a large pot, brown the ham and then add the onion, bell pepper and celery. Saute until the onion is soft. Add the beans and the water. Bring to a boil and then simmer until the beans get creamy - about 30 - 45 min. (Mash some of the beans against the side of the pot to make a thick sauce.) Season to your liking.