Cherokee Succotash
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INGREDIENTS 2 pounds fresh or dry lima beans (small ones are best) 3 cups fresh corn, cut from cob 4 to 6 "wild onions", pearl onions may be substituted Salt to taste Pepper to taste (not in original recipe but good) 2 tablespoons melted bacon fat (originally bear fat) 2 pieces smoked ham hock (originally smoked bear meat) 3 quarts water Soak beans, if using dry ones, for 3 to 4 hours. Bring the water to a boil and then add the beans. Cook at a moderate boil for 10 minutes, then add the corn, ham hocks, salt and pepper, and onions. Reduce heat and cook for 1 hour on a low heat.