Crostini of Fava Bean Puree, Fresh Ricotta, and Mor

Name: Crostini of Fava Bean Puree, Fresh Ricotta, and Morel Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 baguette, sliced into 40 (1/4-inch) thick slices; 1 cup peeled and cooked fava beans; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan; Salt and pepper; 1 cup fresh morel mushrooms, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rings (you may substitute any mushrooms available); 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup fresh ricotta

Servings: persons

1/2 cup olive oil
1 baguette, sliced into 40 (1/4-inch) thick slices
1 cup peeled and cooked fava beans
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Salt and pepper
1 cup fresh morel mushrooms, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rings (you may substitute any mushrooms available)
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup fresh ricotta

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Using a pastry brush, brush a cookie sheet with oil.
3
Place the sliced pieces of baguette on the cookie sheet and lightly brush each piece with oil.
4
Bake until golden brown, approximately 6 minutes.
5
With a mortar-and-pestle or a food processor, puree the fava beans with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and Parmesan.
6
Season the mixture with salt and pepper, to taste.
7
In a skillet on high heat, saute the mushrooms in 2 tablespoons olive oil and shallots until tender.
8
Season the mixture with salt and pepper, to taste.
9
Spread a spoonful of the fava puree on each slice of baguette and then top with a small amount ricotta then garnish with a piece of cooked morel.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 baguette, sliced into 40 (1/4-inch) thick slices, 1 cup peeled and cooked fava beans, 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Crostini of Fava Bean Puree, Fresh Ricotta, and Morel Mushrooms falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crostini of Fava Bean Puree, Fresh Ricotta, and Morel Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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