Fava Beans With Leeks & Mushrooms |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes |
Ready In: 18 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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I love Fava beans (also known as Broad Beans or Butter Beans). They are a bit of a workup but well worth it. To prepare the beans pop the pods and remove the beans - they will have a whitish skin on them. Bring a pot of water to a boil & put the beans in, boil for only a minute or two, drain. Place under cold water. Remove the white skin and the beans are ready to use. Use them now or pop them into your freezer Ingredients:
2 cups prepared fava beans |
1 medium leek, white part only, cleaned and chopped |
4 medium size mushrooms, chopped |
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes |
salt & pepper |
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped (optional) |
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine |
4 tablespoons water |
Directions:
1. Heat the butter (margarine) in a skillet.medium heat.
2. Add the leeks, mushrooms, chili flakes and garlic.
3. Saute for 3 minutes.
4. Add the fava beans and water.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
7. Stir once or twice.
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