Fava Bean and Lemon Pasta
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta like orecchiette or farfalle; cooked according to directions Reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- pinch of red pepper flake
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- zest and juice of a large lemon (3 - 4 tablespoons juice)
- 1/2 cup cream
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound frozen baby fava beans cooked as directed and shelled if desired
- 1 cup grated parmesan or other hard cheese plus more for the table
- a handful of fresh basil leaves sliced into ribbons
Instructions
- Cook and prep the fava beans according to the package and set aside.
- Cook the pasta and drain, making sure to reserve a cup of the cooking liquid.
- Heat the oil and a pinch of red pepper flake in a large skillet or dutch oven. Saute the garlic for a minute or so.
- Add the lemon juice and zest, the cream and the reserved cooking liquid. Adjust the heat so the liquid is just below a boil. Let thicken slightly then add the favas and pasta.
- Allow to heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Just before serving stir in the grated cheese and basil.