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Receta Spring Kick-Off: Fresh Fava Puree and Garlicky Sauteed Chicory (and a Lightroom 4 Giveaway)
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Ingredientes
- 2 lbs of fresh fava beans
- extra virgin olive oil
- 3-4 finely minced garlic cloves
- 1 shallot
- 1 teaspoon peperoncino (hot pepper flakes)
- 1 head of chicory/escarole
- salt and pepper to taste
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