Golden Chickpea Fettuccine: Hearty Italian Comfort

Strisce e Ceci Recipe

Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Recipe Category: Potluck
Keywords: Winter, Less than 4 Hours

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chickpeas
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons flat-leaf Italian parsley, chopped
• 1 sprig rosemary
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste, diluted with a little hot water
• 1 1/2 cups fettuccine, broken into pieces
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chickpeas:

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   • Bring a large pot of unsalted water to a boil. Add the chickpeas and simmer until tender.

2. Sauté Aromatics:

   • In a separate large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté gently until the onion is translucent.

3. Add Parsley and Rosemary:

   • Stir in the chopped parsley and the sprig of rosemary. Cook until the mixture begins to turn golden and fragrant.

4. Incorporate Tomato Paste:

   • Add the diluted tomato paste to the pan. Stir well to combine with the onion mixture.

5. Process Chickpeas:

   • Take about half of the cooked chickpeas and process them through a food mill or blend them until smooth. Alternatively, mash them with a fork if preferred.

6. Combine Ingredients:

   • Return the processed chickpeas along with the remaining whole chickpeas and their cooking liquid to the pan.

7. Season and Simmer:

   • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Simmer the mixture for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

8. Cook Fettuccine:

   • In the pot of chickpeas, bring the mixture to a boil. Add the broken pieces of fettuccine and cook until the pasta is al dente.

9. Serve:

   • Serve the Strisce e Ceci hot, garnished generously with grated Parmesan cheese.

This hearty dish of Strisce e Ceci combines tender chickpeas with aromatic herbs and flavorsome tomato paste, creating a satisfying meal perfect for winter gatherings or any occasion where you need a comforting dish. Enjoy the rich flavors and nourishing ingredients of this Italian-inspired recipe from Love With Recipes!