6 slices bacon, diced

1/2 cup chopped onion

1 (16-ounce) can pork and beans, drained

1 (16-ounce) can lima beans, drained

1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 (10-ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, cubed

1 cup ketchup

3/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Butter a 1 1/2-quart casserole. In a small skillet, saute the bacon and onions until the bacon is crisp and the onions are lightly browned; drain well.

In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add bacon and onion mixture; mix well.

Pour bean mixture into prepared casserole. Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 1 1/2 hours.

This recipe is not mine. It comes directly from the author of the Dear Abby column, Ms. Abigail Van Buren.