Fava Beans with Ham

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan of lightly salted, boiling water, cook the beans until the skins loosen, about 2 minutes.
2. 2
   Drain and rinse under cold running water.
3. 3
   Slip off the skins.
4. 4
   Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. 5
   Add the onion and cook, stirring often, about 4 minutes, or until translucent.
6. 6
   Add the ham and garlic, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for about 2 minutes more, or until the ham begins to brown.
7. 7
   Add the beans and the wine.
8. 8
   Cook, stirring occasionally, until the wine is almost completely reduced, about 8 minutes.
9. 9
   Stir in the stock and simmer over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, until the stock is reduced by half.
10. 10
    Serve hot.