Fava Bean And Salt Cod Salad

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   Soak the salt cod overnight in a large bowl of cold water.

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   The next day, drain the cod, add fresh water and let soak for 2 hours.

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   Drain, add fresh water and let soak 2 hours longer.

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   The amount of soaking time needed to leach the salt from the fish will vary.

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   Bring 4 cups of water to a shimmering simmer in skillet just large enough to hold the fish.

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   Add the fish and poach until barely cooked through (it should flake easily), about 5 minutes.

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   Do not boil.

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   Remove fish and drain well, then flake it.

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   Cook the favas in 4 cups boiling water until just tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.

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    Drain.

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    Combine the olive oil, thyme or savory, pepper and salt (if desired).

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    Toss with the favas.

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    Arrange equal portions of the dressed beans, faked fish and chopped tomatoes on individual salad plates.

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    PER SERVING: 285 calories, 21 g protein, 75 g fat (2 g saturated), 37 mg cholesterol, 323 mg sodium, 4 g fiber.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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