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Fava Beans and Pancetta

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Fava Beans and Pancetta

Fava Beans and Pancetta

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Equipment

  • - Stainless Steel Pot

  • - Chef's Knife

  • - Cutting Board

  • - Mixing Bowls (2)

  • - Colander

  • - Sauté Pan

  • - Wooden Spoon

  • - Fork or Tongs

  • - Measuring Cups and Spoons

  • - Microplane Grater (Optional)

  • - Garlic Press

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 4 ounces pancetta or unsmoked bacon, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 cups shelled and peeled fresh fava beans

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 8 slices country bread, toasted

  • 4 ounces pecorino cheese, shaved or grated (optional)

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Heat half the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the pancetta and garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
2

Instruction 2

Add the favas, season with the salt and pepper, and cook until the beans are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
3

Instruction 3

Meanwhile, drizzle the remaining olive oil over the bread slices and toast in a 450°F oven for 5 to 6 minutes.
4

Instruction 4

With the back of a fork, mash the beans in the pan until the mixture is chunky.
5

Instruction 5

Spread the beans on the toasts and top with the pecorino, if desired.
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