Dried Fava Beans With Bitter Greens

1. 1

   Soak the beans overnight in cold water, drain and gently pull the outer skin off and discard.

2. 2

   Place in a deep, ovenproof cooking pot, add cold water to cover the beans, cover and place over a high flame until the mixture starts to boil.

3. 3

   As the beans begin to boil, skim the foam.

4. 4

   When the foam ceases to rise, add a pinch of salt and stir well.

5. 5

   Cook for 1 hour more, stirring frequently and adding more cold water to keep the beans covered.

6. 6

   During the last 10 minutes of cooking, use a wooden spoon to stir and pulverize the beans.

7. 7

   When the beans are mashed and have the consistency of clotted cream, beat in i cup of olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   While the beans are cooking, clean the greens and boil in water until tender.

9. 9

   Drain and toss with the remaining olive oil, salt and pepper to to taste.

10. 10

    Serve the beans and the greens with thick country bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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