Description
Pasta e Ceci is a heartwarming Italian dish that combines tender pasta and creamy chickpeas in a savory broth, infused with garlic and fresh herbs. This comforting meal is perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. With its rich flavors and simple ingredients, Pasta e Ceci offers an unforgettable dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by finely chopping the garlic and rosemary.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, adding garlic and rosemary; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add vegetable broth and chickpeas; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes), stirring frequently.
- Mash some chickpeas against the pot's side to release starches, creating a creamy broth.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot with optional grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg