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Authentic Fava Bean and Pecorino Pasta Recipe

Perfect for Italophiles, home cooks, and anyone seeking the real taste of Italy.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 584 kcal
Author Claudia Rinaldi

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup fava beans, peeled 100g
  • 1/4 cup peeled almonds
  • 2-3 sprigs chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch ground chili or chili flakes
  • 5.6 oz spaghetti or linguine 160 gr or 1.6 cups
  • 2 teaspoons pecorino cheese flakes use a potato peeler or small knife to shave

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pesto: Place the peeled fava beans, almonds, chives, salt, olive oil, and chili flakes in a food processor. Pulse until almost creamy—leave a few crunchy bits for texture.

  2. Cook the pasta: Boil your spaghetti or linguine until al dente, according to package instructions.

  3. Toss and serve: Drain the pasta and combine with the fava bean pesto. Plate and sprinkle generously with Pecorino Romano flakes.

  4. Buon Primo Maggio! Serve hot and celebrate May Day like a Roman.