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Charred Bean and Pea Salad

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Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Amy Wilson, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich

When the farmers' market delivers you fresh, tender, sweet-and-not-starchy beans, don’t bother to blanch them. A short stint under the broiler softens them and imparts a light char while maintaining their snappy texture.

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