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Spring Vegetables: Fava Beans

by Sandy Mitchell on May 21st, 2008

Fava beans, also called broad beans, are in season in the Midwest and Northeast during the late spring and early summer. These beans, which have been a stable in Egyptian, Middle Eastern, and Asian cusines for more than 3000 years, are a good source of protein.

Buy long, plump, heavy pods that are bright green and unblemished. Store them up to a week in the refrigerator.

To prepare: remove the beans from the pods, then boil briefly and remove the outer skin from each bean (it will slide right off).

Add to salads, stir-frys, or serve as a side dish.

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