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Fava Beans with Prosciutto and Cream
Tender, buttery fava beans simmered in a velvety cream sauce with crispy bits of prosciutto. This simple spring side dish is luxurious without being heavy—and a great way to celebrate the season’s best beans.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 1h⏳ Prep: 45 min🔥 Cook: 15 min👤 Nicole Gaffney📖 coleycooks
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pot
- pan
- saucepan
📝 Preparation Steps
1
To Cook and Peel the Fava Beans
2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and generously season it with salt — it should taste like the ocean. Meanwhile, prepare an ice bath and set it aside.
3
If your fava beans vary significantly in size, separate them into two groups: large and small.
4
Add the larger beans to the boiling water first and cook for about ⏱️ 90 seconds. Then add the smaller ones and continue cooking for another ⏱️ 2 minutes, or until all the beans are tender (timing may vary depending on size, so check a bean for doneness).
5
Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking. Once cool, drain again and peel each bean — the skins should slip off easily after blanching.
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To Prepare the Dish
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In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the prosciutto and sauté until it's crispy and the fat has rendered, about ⏱️ 4 minutes. Pour off any excess fat, leaving about 1 teaspoon in the pan.
8
Add the garlic and cook for ⏱️ 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Stir in the cream, bring it to a boil, and let it reduce by half. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
garlic (minced)1 clove
9
Add the peeled fava beans and cook for another ⏱️ 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors come together. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
10
Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately, straight from the pan.
minced chives2 tablespoons
Nutrition Facts
calories
554 kcal
fat Content
44 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
6 g
sugar Content
5 g
sodium Content
218 mg
protein Content
15 g
trans Fat Content
0.04 g
cholesterol Content
120 mg
carbohydrate Content
26 g
saturated Fat Content
24 g
unsaturated Fat Content
17 g
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