Orecchiette with Fresh Fava Beans, Ricotta, and Shredded Mint

INGREDIENTS

2 lb

unshelled fava beans (about 1 cup shelled)

1 lb

uncooked orecchiette pasta (

1 tsp

extravirgin olive oil

3/4 tsp

salt

1 cup

part-skim ricotta cheese

1/2 cup

grated fresh Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup

coarsely chopped fresh mint

1/2 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

Mint sprigs (optional)