FAVAS, PORTUGUESE FAVAS

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Madeline Viveiros,a friend from Swansea,(Mrs. J.V.), gave me this yummy recipe years ago. Today it would be made in a crockpot, but when I got this she didn't use one, I'm sure. FAVA BEANS are large, shiny green beans, often called BROAD BEANS. (NOTE:According to my Fannie Farmer Cookbook, they are in the market in April, May...

Provided by Beth M.

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 11

INGREDIENTS:
6 can(s) progresso fava beans
4 large green peppers, chopped
10 medium onions, chopped
3 celery stalks, finely chopped
margarine, or oil if preferred, for sauteing
10 Tbsp parsley,
3 bay leaves, whole
5 can(s) 8 oz. each, tomatoe sauce (or 40 ounces)
salt, garlic and paprika to taste!
1 Tbsp vinegar

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot over a low flame, saute chopped peppers, onions, celery, herbs in margarine, until brown.
  • 2. Add salt, garlic and paprika to taste.
  • 3. Add tomato sauce, add beans last, and add 1 TBS. vinegar. If needed to reheat use tomatoe juice!

Nurisha Tube
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This recipe was too bland for my taste.


Ava Depatie
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my favas turned out mushy. I'll have to try this recipe again.


Mino Lofi
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite!


Elizabeth Humphrey
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover favas.


Lungisani Hadebe
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I'm not a huge fan of favas, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Fernando Ornelas
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The favas were so creamy and flavorful.


ultimate spyninja
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Shamshad Akhtar
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Girma Getsadik
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The flavors in this dish were amazing! The smokiness of the chorizo and the sweetness of the tomatoes paired perfectly with the favas.


Griselda Blanco
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I've never cooked favas before, but this recipe made it easy. The beans turned out tender and flavorful.


Michael Heidbreder
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This recipe was easy to follow and yielded delicious results.


China Pro
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These Portuguese favas were a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the beans were cooked perfectly.