Fava Bean Soup with Fried Bacon

To prepare the fava bean soup start hating the oil in a large pan and cook the shallots for 10 minutes until softened.

Add the fava beans and cook for 2 minutes. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Simmer gently for 20 minutes until the beans are tender.

Add the creme fraiche and cool slightly.

Transfer the soup in batches to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Return to the pan and reheat gently.

Pour into serving bowls and add a swirl of creme fraiche. Crumble over the bacon and enjoy the fava bean soup.