Creamy Mashed Fava Beans With Onions

Ingredients

• 1 lb shelled fava beans
• Water for boiling
• Salt
• Olive oil
• Onions, sliced
• Bacon lardons (optional)
• White wine (optional)
• Saffron (optional)
• Sugar (optional)
• Pepper (optional)

Method

1. 1 Shell the fava beans and rinse them thoroughly to remove any skins or debris.
2. 2 Boil the beans in fresh water until tender, about 20-30 minutes. Drain and rinse well.
3. 3 Return beans to the pot with fresh water and salt. Simmer until very soft and thick.
4. 4 Mash the beans vigorously with a wooden spoon or potato masher until smooth.
5. 5 Thin the mixture with a little water or white wine to reach a creamy consistency.
6. 6 Serve topped with sautéed onions in olive oil or crispy bacon lardons. Add pepper or saffron if desired.