Pasta con fave e piselli freschi in umido - ricetta siciliana

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

Shell the fava beans and peas, discarding any tough pods.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add fava beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add green peas, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until tender.

Stir in butter and lemon juice for richness and brightness.

Remove from heat and fold in chopped fresh mint.

Serve warm, garnished with grated parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens