Fava Bean and Mushroom Pasta

Serves: 2 | prep Time 15 minutes | Cook time 15 Minutes
- 8 oz pasta of your choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup fava beans, peeled from pod and outer layer
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- splash of white wine
- splash of cream or milk
- sprinkle of grated Parmesan
- salt and pepper to taste
Cook the pasta according to instructions on the package.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan. Add the chopped onions and saute until translucent. Add the mushrooms and stir until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and after a couple of minutes pour the white wine and stir until reduced.
Add the peeled fava beans and the cooked pasta and gently stir to combine. Add a splash of cream at the end for a creamier sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan for a tasty finishing touch!