A Green Hummus

Directions

1. 1
   Shell the fava beans and check for blemishes.
2. 2
   Boil them in lightly salted water for six to nine minutes, depending on their size.
3. 3
   The longer cooking time is because of the beans age.
4. 4
   Big brutes may take up to ten minutes.
5. 5
   Drain and puree in a food processor with the olive oil, lemon juice, and mint leaves.
6. 6
   I continue to puree, adding more oil if necessary, until I have a smooth pulp the consistency of cake batter.