White Chili Casserole

6 cups water
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. cumin
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 15-oz. can of each, with the cooking liquid: Chickpeas
Hominy (white corn)
Large butter beans
Small navy beans
1 4-oz. can chopped mild green chilies
Salt and pepper to taste
Hot sauce to taste

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Sautè the onion, garlic, and cumin in the oil until the onions are soft.
• Place the beans and hominy, with their liquid, and the chilies in a casserole dish. Add the onion mixture and stir well. Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Serve with hot sauce and salt and pepper to taste.

Makes 6-8 servings