Saturday, January 5, 2008

Spaghetti alla ceci


1 lb spaghetti
salt
3 tb olive oil
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (14 oz) can chick peas, drained
1/2 tsp dry thyme, 
pepper
1/2 c chicken broth or white wine
1 (14 oz) can, crushed tomatoes
Parmesan cheese

Boil water for pasta, salt, cook al dente

Meanwhile, place chick peas in a food processor and pulse grind them to a fine chop. 
Heat  a large skillet over medium.  Add oil, red pepper flakes, and garlic.  Cook for 30-60 seconds.  Add chick peas and season with thyme, salt and pepper, saute for 3 to 4 minutes.  Add wine or broth and cook down 30 seconds or so then stir in tomatoes and adjust seasoning.  Drain pasta and toss with sauce.  Top with parsley and grated cheese.

1 comment:

Monica M said...

This is so yummy and easy. It is something I can whip up with my food storage. My kids love this and it fills you up. You don't really need the cheese and parsley for this meal, unless you happen to have it.