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Pasta e Ceci

Pasta e Ceci

Entrees

Course

Difficulty

Easy

Pulse Type

Chickpeas

Specialty Diet

Vegetarian

Occasion

Mediterranean Diet

Nutrition

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Ingredients

Servings:

1canChickpeas15 oz, rinsed and drained
6ozSmall Pastaditalini, shells, or elbows
2tbspOlive Oil
2clovesGarlicminced
3TbspTomato Paste
1/4tspCrushed Red Pepperoptional
2cupsVegetable Broth
Salt and Pepperto taste
1/4cupGrated Parmesan Cheeseplus more for serving
Fresh Parsleychopped (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a medium size pot over medium heat. Add garlic (and crushed red pepper if used) and sauté until fragrant, ~1 min. Add tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add chickpeas and stir for 2–3 minutes.
Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add pasta and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally, adding a bit more water if needed.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
Sprinkle with more Parmesan and parsley if desired. Serve warm.