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Pasta E Ceci (Pasta with Chickpeas)
Pasta E Ceci is a delicious and comforting classic Italian dish that brings together the heartiness of chickpeas with the simplicity of pasta in a rich, flavorful tomato broth. The warming aroma of garlic, onion, and herbs fill your kitchen, transporting you to a rustic Italian countryside. This dish, originating from the region of Campania, was traditionally prepared by Italian grandmas to provide a nutritious and filling meal for their families, using just a few pantry staples.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Onion
- 1, finely chopped
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons
- Canned chickpeas
- 1 (15-ounce) can, drained and rinsed
- Dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon, or more to taste
- Vegetable broth
- 4 cups
- Ditalini pasta
- 1 cup
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
- Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Grated parmesan cheese
- for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, drained chickpeas, dried oregano, dried rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the ditalini pasta. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the pasta is cooked to al dente, according to package instructions.
- Taste and season the soup with salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing each with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
- Enjoy your trip to Italy through this delicious, comforting bowl of Pasta E Ceci!
Tips
- For a heartier version, add some diced carrots and celery along with the onion and garlic.
- For a creamier soup, blend half of the chickpeas before adding them to the pot.
- This dish is perfect for meal prep as it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 8g Carbs: 58g Protein: 13g Sodium: 700mg Sugar: 6g
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