Grilled Bread with Fava Beans and Escarole

Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh fava beans in the pod
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 12-ounce bunch escarole, trimmed, cut into 1-inch-wide strips
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Small pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
• 24 slices country-style bread, cut 3/8-inch thick, grilled or toasted
• 3 ounces Pecorino cheese