*Use lima beans in a pinch.

Bring 2 cups water and ham to a boil in a saucepan; boil 5 to 10 minutes.

Add butterbeans, salt, and pepper; return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat,
and simmer 45 minutes or until tender. Makes 4 servings.

Notes: Boiling a little lean ham in the cooking liquid really fools your
tongue; you'll think you're feasting on bacon. You can buy this small
amount of ham at your grocer's deli.