There’s nothing quite as comforting as a hearty dish that brings together simple ingredients in a rustic, flavorful way. This Stewed Fava Beans recipe is a Mediterranean-inspired classic that combines tender young fava beans with savory Italian sausage, sweet onions, and rich stewed tomatoes. The result is a dish that’s both nourishing and deeply satisfying—perfect for a family meal or a casual gathering with friends. Serve it hot with crusty bread to soak up the sauce, and you’ll have a bowl of comfort that celebrates the best of seasonal cooking.
INGREDIENTS:
4 Italian sausages, casings removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 cans (14 oz. size) stewed tomatoes
4 lbs. shelled fava beans (no need to remove inner skins if the beans are young)
METHOD:
In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté sausage meat, crumbling meat as it cooks. Add chopped onions and garlic and cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add stewed tomatoes and simmer 20 minutes.
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste and cook fava beans until tender. Drain the beans.
Add drained beans to the tomato mixture and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve hot.
SOURCE: Recipe submitted by Joann Minnazoli of Minnazoli Farms.
