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Reviewed: Mar. 7, 2012

Made this with a 340g package of whole wheet penne because that is the size it comes in here in Canada. And I used broccoli instead as I could not find broccolini. At first it tasted kind of bland, so I added a bit of salt and more red pepper flakes. I found that this dish grew on me to the more I ate it.

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ALICE3913

Home Town: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Reviewed: May 28, 2011

I love Italy, too, lovesitaly! Please try this recipe for a light, healthy summer meal. I highly recommend it. Progresso has canned fava beans. Ask your grocer to order you a few cans if you have trouble finding them. They make this recipe. Now, I do have a couple of personal changes to mention. I used 12 oz. of dried WW penne pasta. I think using a whole pound, the broccolini and favas would get lost. I also added 2 heaping tbsps of fresh chopped basil with the beans and sundried tomatoes and sprinkled 1 tbsp on top, after mixing everything together, before sprinkling the cheese on top. If you can find smoked sundried tomatoes, try them! They give a nice depth of flavor. Lastly, I combined 3 cheeses - asiago, pecorino romano and parm - again, for more complex flavor. Thanks again, lovesitaly!

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Cathy Myers

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Newport Beach, California, USA

Living In: Crestline, California, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2010

Very healthy and simple recipe. Unfortunately lava beans r hard to find, I use othr types. I would add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end to compliment the flavors.

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