Chickpeas Italienne

Recipe

Preparation

Rinse chickpeas, place in fresh water & cook for 50 minutes or till tender. Heat oil in large pot & saute onions & garlic for a few minutes. Add the tomatoes & tomato paste. Bring to a boil, lower heat & add the rest of the ingredients. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
Serve with mashed potatoes & green vegetables or pasta or rice. * Or substitute one large can of chickpeas, rinse well before using. ** Or use one pound of fresh tomatoes, diced.

Ingredients

1 1/2 c Dried chick peas, soaked*
1 tb Olive oil
1 md Onion, chopped
2 ea Garlic cloves, crushed
14 oz Canned tomatoes, chopped**
1 sm Can tomato paste
1 t Basil
1 t Oregano
1 d Cinnamon
2 tb Parsley
Salt & pepper to taste

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