Soak fava beans in water overnight.

The next day, warm water in a large pot adding half a lemon and a bay leaf.

Drain fava beans and when pot of water is almost boiling add beans to the water.

Boil for about five minutes.

Lower the heat and continue cooking for 45-60 minutes keeping a constant simmer.

Keep the beans in the water until you are ready to serve them.

Serve beans warm with some fresh lemon juice on top. Top them with cumin, sumac, coarse salt, lemon zest and drizzle of olive oil.