500g dry lima beans

800g tin diced tomatoes

2 medium onions, chopped finely

1/3 cup olive oil

1 1/2 cups hot water

2 tblspn fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp dried herbs

salt and pepper to taste

Soak the lima beans overnight.  Rinse and simmer in fresh water for 50 minutes.  Heat a little oil and saute onion.  Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.  Mix with rinsed beans and place in lightly greased baking dish.  Bake uncovered at 170 degrees C for 30 minutes.

This recipe makes a lot and freezes well.  Serve with crusty bread and salad or steamed vegetables.  Very hearty!