Fava Bean, Almond, And Mint Pesto

• 1 cup fava beans shelled, blanched, and shelled again, from about 18 - 20 pods
• 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves only, loosely packed
• 2 tablespoons raw almonds plus more for garnish, if desired
• 1/4 cup parmesan reggiano grated
• 1 juice 1/2, or more if it is not a particularly juicy one
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon water Filtered

1. Place all ingredients in a mini food processor.
2. Blend for two minutes or until pesto has reached a smooth, creamy texture.
3. If the pesto is too thick, add an additional teaspoon or two of water.
4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
5. Garnish with additional crushed almonds, and serve with whole wheat pita chips, crudites, or your favorite cracker.

fava beans, mint leaves only, parmesan reggiano grated, salt, fresh ground black pepper, red pepper, extravirgin olive oil, water

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Fava-Bean_-Almond_-and-Mint-Pesto-1654404 (may not work)