Fava Bean and Prosciutto Crostini

Ingredients

• Fresh basil leaves - 6 leaves
• Prosciutto - 6 slices
• Baguette - 1, sliced
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fava beans - 2 cups, shelled

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the fava beans for 2 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to cool.
2. Peel the outer skin of the fava beans to reveal the bright green beans inside.
3. In a food processor, combine the fava beans, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
5. Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes, or until crispy.
6. In a skillet, cook the prosciutto slices over medium heat until crispy, about 2 minutes per side.
7. Spread the fava bean mixture onto the toasted baguette slices.
8. Top each crostini with a piece of crispy prosciutto and a fresh basil leaf.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy!