Hilda's Favas Recipe

Name: Hilda's Favas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds dried fava beans; 1 tablespoon salt; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 bay leaves, torn into quarters; 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 2 cups finely chopped yellow onions; 1 cup finely chopped green bell peppers; 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 (6-ounce) cans tomato paste; 7 1/2 cups water; 2 (4-ounce) pieces andouille or chorizo, sliced and cooked

Servings: persons

2 pounds dried fava beans
1 tablespoon salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 bay leaves, torn into quarters
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups finely chopped yellow onions
1 cup finely chopped green bell peppers
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 (6-ounce) cans tomato paste
7 1/2 cups water
2 (4-ounce) pieces andouille or chorizo, sliced and cooked

1
In a large heavy saucepan bring 3 quarts water to a boil over high heat.
2
Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the favas and 2 teaspoons of the salt.
3
Cover and simmer until the beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
4
Drain in a colander and set aside until ready to use.
5
In a heavy large saucepan heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
6
Add the bay leaves, crushed red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and heat for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
7
Add the onions and bell peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
8
Stir in the parsley and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
9
Stir in the tomato paste and 7 1/2 cups water.
10
Bring to a boil over high heat.
11
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.
12
Add the fava beans and continue simmering until the beans are tender, about 1 hour.
13
Toss with andouille or chorizo.
14
Serve immediately, or cool, cover, and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

480

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 pounds dried fava beans, 1 tablespoon salt, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 bay leaves, torn into quarters, and more.

Yes, Hilda's Favas falls under the General 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.

Hilda's Favas

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