Fava beans contain a chemical called levodopa that can be converted into dopamine.A scientist is researching the bean to see if it can reduce depression symptoms.Nadia Mohd-Radzman shared her three ...

In the world of legumes, fava beans stand out. They are the oldest variety; there's evidence of fava bean cultivation as long as 10,000 years ago in the Fertile Crescent. They stand out visually ...

Fava beans can be served simply boiled, mashed and spread on crostini, or added to spring stews and soups. They are often paired with artichokes or other spring vegetables such as peas and ...

Fresh fava bean pod, opened at the seam (Lola Gomez / Staff Photographer). Although easy to cook, fava beans require lots of prep work: opening the pods to release the beans from their fuzz-lined ...

Unzip the pod by pulling its stem down the back, splitting the pod open in two halves. Working over a bowl, use your thumb to push the beans out. Once the beans are out of their pods, you have two ...

If there is a more tedious job than double-peeling fava beans, I can’t think of it. And if you think of one, I’ll thank you not to remind me, because it is going to be mind-numbing.

12 great fava bean recipes from our Recipe Database >> What to cook: Fava beans are terrific either cooked or raw; they lend rich, nutty flavors to salads, pastas and rice dishes.

Fava beans are a bit finicky to prepare but are worth the effort. Each downy bean pod holds 3-8 plump buttery beans inside. It is best to blanch the beans in salted boiling water to soften the ...

The legendary fava bean has inspired both desire and dread. Some think it brings good luck and health, but according to folklore, the tasty legume is nothing but bad news.