Article: Fava beans the newest darling of chefs and foodies

Ever notice how one oddball ingredient seems to become an overnight sensation in the food world?

For the past few years, fava (pronounced FAH-vah) beans have been popping up in all the trendy New York food magazines. The Star's Pasta With Fava Beans and Spring Vegetables is a dish we devised to acquaint the rest of us with the Big Apple's latest gourmet superstar.

Fava or broad beans are flat, nutritious legumes that contain protein, fiber and iron. Most recipes call for fresh fava beans, something that can be hard to find without a trip to a farmers market or a specialty store. Dried, frozen and canned versions are more commonly found in supermarkets.

Fresh beans -- which are a gorgeous ...

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