Ingredients:

• 3 1/4 cups of fresh shelled fava beans
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 medium sized garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon (raw) tahini

To make:

• Put all items together in the food processor.  Blend until smooth.
• Serve in a flat bowl, with olive oil drizzled on top, with a side of vegetables and crackers for dipping.

Note:

• There is a rare disease called favisim which is caused by raw and cooked fava beans.  If you have food sensitivities, start your research here before eating this dish regularly.
• Fresh fava is best for this dish.  Simply take the fava bean out of the long shell.  No need to shell or peel the fava further than this.

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