Fava Bean Crostini with Manchego and Pine Nuts

Name: Fava Bean Crostini with Manchego and Pine Nuts
Yield: Serves 8 to 10
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 24 (¼-inch thick) slices, baguette (1 baguette); 5 tablespoons, extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving; , Salt and pepper; 3 pounds, fava beans, shelled (3 cups); 1 , shallot, minced; 1 , garlic clove, minced; ½ teaspoon, ground cumin; 3 tablespoons, minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon, lemon juice; 1 ounce, Manchego cheese, shaved; 2 tablespoons, pine nuts, toasted

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Showcasing the rich flavor and buttery texture of fava beans, this sophisticated hors d'oeuvre is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

A cookbook recipe exclusively for All-Access members from Vegetables Illustrated

SERVES8 to 10

TIME1 hour 30 minutes

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Although fresh favas do require some prep work, the results are well worth the effort. The beans must first be removed from their tough outer pod, and then the translucent waxy sheath covering each bean should also be removed. To preserve t...

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